Multi-Criteria Analytical Scoring
NinjaTrader 8 Indicator  ·  Comprehensive Scoring & Signal System  ·  v3.12.5

AlphaFlowNQ

A 27-criteria composite scoring engine that evaluates market conditions across momentum, structure, session context, gamma levels, CVD, volume, and cross-instrument factors — producing a single directional score for NQ and ES futures on each bar update.

NQ · MNQ · ES · MESAuto-Instrument DetectionNinjaTrader 827 Scoring CriteriaGamma Level Integration
Live Chart Example

AlphaFlow NQ In Action

Real chart screenshot showing the indicator in a live NinjaTrader 8 session.

AlphaFlow NQ chart screenshot
What It Does

Analytical Overview

AlphaFlowNQ evaluates each bar against 27 discrete analytical criteria drawn from momentum, price structure, session context, round-number HTF levels, CVD trend confirmation, swing breakout, range expansion, and optional cross-instrument divergence inputs. The criteria scores aggregate into a single composite directional reading updated on each bar.

The indicator automatically detects the chart instrument at load time — NQ, MNQ, ES, or MES — and adjusts all internal parameters accordingly: tick-based tolerances, round-number increment scaling, contract sizing labels, and gamma level file selection. No manual instrument configuration is required when switching between chart types.

Gamma level integration reads an external JSON file produced by a companion Python script that fetches publicly available index options data. These levels are incorporated as scoring criteria when price is near significant gamma exposure zones.

When ORMomentumEdge is also active on the same NT8 instance, AlphaFlowNQ reads the ORMO session bias and signal state from the shared IndicatorBridge — incorporating macro session context into the scoring calculation without requiring both indicators to be on the same chart panel.

Important Notice: This indicator is a non-customized charting tool provided for educational and informational market analysis only. It highlights conditions that meet proprietary analytical criteria and does not constitute financial advice, trading recommendations, or a solicitation to buy or sell any instrument. All signal output is analytical in nature. Users remain solely responsible for whether, when, and how they trade. Past performance of any analytical method is not indicative of future results.

AlphaFlowNQ v3.12.5 — Feature Set
27-Criteria Composite Scoring Engine
Evaluates each bar across 27 discrete analytical criteria spanning momentum, structure, session context, volume, and cross-instrument factors, aggregating to a single directional score.
Auto-Instrument Detection
Automatically detects NQ, MNQ, ES, or MES from the chart instrument at load time, adjusting all thresholds, scaling, and file selection without manual configuration.
Gamma Level Integration
Reads gamma exposure zone data from an external JSON file and incorporates proximity to significant gamma levels as a scoring criterion.
CVD Trend Confirmation Criterion
Incorporates cumulative volume delta slope as a directional confirmation factor — rewarding conditions where sustained buying or selling pressure aligns with the scoring direction.
N-Bar Swing Breakout Criterion
Awards score credit when price closes beyond the prior N-bar swing extreme, capturing momentum breakout conditions as a scoring component.
Session Range Expansion Bonus
Provides additional score weight when the session has already traveled significantly beyond the expected ATR range in a defined direction, indicating a trending day condition.
ORMO Bridge Sync
Reads ORMomentumEdge session bias and prime setup flags from the IndicatorBridge when ORMO is active on the same NT8 instance, incorporating macro session context into scoring.
Prime Setup Detection
Identifies high-conviction conditions where multiple high-weight criteria align simultaneously, triggering a distinct Prime Setup classification with optional strategy integration.
Use Cases

How Traders Use It

Common analytical applications of this tool in live futures session workflows.

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Multi-Factor Condition Assessment

Provides a quantified view of how many and which analytical criteria are aligning directionally on each bar, replacing subjective multi-factor checklist review.

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Cross-Indicator Confluence

When paired with ORMomentumEdge via IndicatorBridge, incorporates session bias and macro momentum context into the scoring calculation for cross-indicator confluence.

Prime Setup Identification

The Prime Setup detection layer surfaces conditions where the composite score reaches a high-conviction threshold with multiple high-weight criteria aligning simultaneously.

Technical Specifications

Indicator Specs

Configuration
Scoring Criteria27 discrete analytical criteria
Supported InstrumentsNQ, MNQ, ES, MES (auto-detected)
Gamma DataExternal JSON (companion Python script)
IndicatorBridgeReads ORMO bias when available
Platform Details
Prime Setup OutputDistinct classification + optional strategy flag
Round Number ScalingNQ: 100/25pt · ES: 50/25pt increments
Calculate ModeOnBarClose
Cross-InstrumentOptional companion instrument divergence