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Parabolic SAR

Parabolic SAR is a trend indicator. This page lists its exact settings and outputs from the live chart's own definition, with a live example below.

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Adds Parabolic SAR to a free BTC/USDT chart.

Live example

Settings and defaults

SettingDefaultAllowed range
Acceleration step0.020.001 to 1
Maximum acceleration0.20.001 to 1

What it plots

Drawn on the price chart, on the same scale as the candles.

LineUnitDrawn asFirst value
Below pricePriceLineafter 2 candles
Above pricePriceLineafter 2 candles

Calculation notes

  • Trailing stop that accelerates with the trend and flips side on a reversal.

Questions

What are the default settings of Parabolic SAR?

The defaults are Acceleration step: 0.02, Maximum acceleration: 0.2. You can change every setting on the live chart.

Can I use Parabolic SAR for free on TraderAI?

Yes. Every indicator in the library can be added to the free live chart. The free plan keeps up to 2 indicators active at the same time; Pro lets you combine more on one chart.

Educational content. Indicators describe past prices; they do not predict future prices and are not investment advice.

Category
Trend
Drawn as
Drawn on the price chart, on the same scale as the candles.
First value
after 2 candles
Formula version
traderai-classic-v1
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Free plan: up to 2 indicators active at the same time. Pro lets you combine more indicators on one chart.

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