# Hull Volume Moving Average

> HMA Volume compares current trading volume with its Hull Moving Average to detect activity spikes and confirm momentum strength in Veles bots.

The **Hull Volume Moving Average (HMA-weighted volume)** is an indicator that compares current trading volume with its average value calculated using the Hull Moving Average (HMA).
It helps identify periods of increased or decreased activity and filters out "empty" movements — that is, it confirms (or refutes) the strength of the current momentum.

## How HMA Volume Works

1. Volumes are taken for a period of *N* on the selected timeframe.
2. HMA(N) is calculated using these volumes.
3. The signal is generated by comparing the **current volume** with the **HMA of volume**.

### Signal Logic (Basic Mode)

- **Open Long (or Close Short)** — when **current volume is above** the HMA by volume (there is momentum/interest in the market).

- **Open Short (or Close Long)** — when **current volume is below** the HMA by volume (interest is decreasing, momentum is fading).

### "Reverse Signal" Mode

When the "Reverse Signal" option is enabled, the logic is inverted:

- Short signal — with increased volumes (playing against the momentum during a surge).
- Long signal — with decreased volumes (entry "during a cooldown").

Useful in strategies aimed at opening a short deal during a volume surge:

## Using in Veles Bots

- Add the indicator to the "Trade Entry Conditions" block. It will only allow entry if the volume condition relative to the HMA is met.
- In the "Exit trade → Signal" block, the indicator can be used as an exit condition (for example, to lock in profits when activity tapers off).

### Recommended Combinations
- **Trend + Volume:** Supertrend / EMA (trend) + HMA volume (momentum confirmation).
- **Channel Strategies:** Bollinger Bands / Keltner Channel + HMA volume to filter out false breakouts.
- **Oscillators:** RSI / Stochastic / CCI provide a zone, HMA volume confirms the strength of the move.

## Practical Settings

- **HMA Period (N):**
  - Short TFs (1–5m): *N* = 14–28 — more sensitive to spikes.
  - Medium TFs (15–60m): *N* = 20–50 — smooths out noise, catches stable impulses.
- **Timeframe:** the **higher** it is, the fewer false triggers, but the less frequent the signals.
- **Calculation Method:** we recommend **"At Bar Closing"** (rather than "Once per Minute") — this reduces the number of "flashing" conditions.

:::tip
If you use TradingView signals to open deals, set the first order offset at "0" (Market) to avoid losing your impulse entry due to the "Pulling up" feature.
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## Strengths and Limitations

**Pros**
- Good at identifying **real impulses**: not just price movements, but movements supported by volume.
- Helps **avoid false entries** during periods of low liquidity.

**What to pay attention to**
- **News/spikes** can briefly "overheat" volume – add a trend filter or price confirmation.
- On **thin instruments** (low liquidity), it's better to increase the *N* period or timeframe.
- On futures, consider **funding** and the impact of leverage on risk management.

## Using in Veles Bots (Flexible Indicator)

Available settings:

- Period - the number of candles for calculation. Range: 4–500, default 9.
- Interval - the candle timeframe.
- Method - the calculation type. By bar close (only on the selected interval) or by minute (once per minute for any interval).
- Shift - shifts the requested indicator value back by the specified number of candles.

## Summary

The Hull Volume Moving Average is a reliable filter for confirming that price moves are backed by real trading activity. In Veles bots, it excels as a companion to trend indicators — ensuring entries occur during genuine impulses rather than low-liquidity drifts.