# FlowMaster™  Cross

The AlgoBox™ FlowMaster™ Cross is a must-have for analyzing order flow. It highlights significant trading activity, providing valuable insights into market dynamics.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FTFpzppxxcMmQj2eaXwax%2FFM%20Cross.png?alt=media&#x26;token=726bb4da-895b-43df-abf4-ea5d59141e3b" alt=""><figcaption><p>FlowMaster™  Crosses detect large volumes of algorithmic activity.</p></figcaption></figure>

FlowMaster™ Crosses can also be treated as zones of support or resistance at a later time. Automated horizontal rays for the crosses can be enabled or disabled in the indicator settings.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FdBbisfIwhnYLB72kE1D6%2FFlowMaster%20Cross%20GIF%202.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=10b9dd17-7659-4671-b36e-b9c604de22e9" alt=""><figcaption><p>FlowMaster™ Crosses with "Draw Horizontals" enabled, signaling potential support and/or resistance.</p></figcaption></figure>

The FlowMaster™ Cross indicator can also display the dominant supply side at the time of appearance if "Show Supply Color" is enabled in its settings. This feature can further enhance your trading analysis context. [Click here for a video tutorial](#video-tutorial-flowmaster-tm-colored-crosses)

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FMAaCVYk66bFi1LVoRRgF%2FFlowMaster%20Cross%20GIF%201.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=f44c0d35-fe17-403a-9705-e1a506f4af50" alt=""><figcaption><p>FlowMaster™ Crosses with "Show Supply Color" enabled.</p></figcaption></figure>

FlowMaster™ Crosses can be used in confluence with other indicators such as [Harmonic Patterns](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/fundamentals/harmonic-patterns) to form a [PRZ Cross](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/strategies/prz-cross), [FibElliDotts](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/fundamentals/fibellidott) to form [Headshots](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/strategies/headshot), and [FlowMaster™ Enigmas](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/fundamentals/flowmaster-tm-enigma) to form [MoonShots](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/strategies/enigma-moonshot), which are all included in the suite of AlgoBo&#x78;**™** strategies.\
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The FlowMaster™ Cross indicator has a unique strategy called the [DCDM](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/strategies/dcdm) coded into it.\
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FlowMaster™ Crosses can also be used as indications of reversal: \
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[DCR](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/strategies/dcr)&#x20;

[Late Nate](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/essential-tips-and-techniques/late-nate)

[3 Wise Men](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/strategies/3-wise-men)&#x20;

[Cluster Reversal](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/strategies/cluster-reversal)

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## FlowMaster™ Bubble

The FlowMaster™ Bubble, similar to the FlowMaster™ Cross, signals a large volume of trading activity in the market. When used alongside other tools, it helps you identify significant market movements and potential opportunities.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FcKNbAuhr8IST1jJsH8nG%2Fbubble%20.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=e65f66ed-b453-4472-aed6-9ebed2418cd9" alt=""><figcaption><p>FlowMaster™ Bubbles detect large volumes of algorithmic activity, similar to that of the FlowMaster™ Cross.</p></figcaption></figure>

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## FlowMaster™ Cross Settings

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FzQds0VthYtdvlzpvdyuU%2FGitbook%20-%20FlowMaster%20Cross.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=cf79eba1-03fc-4e2e-85fd-b5c56d10cbe8" alt=""><figcaption><p>The FlowMaster™ Cross offers a variety of customizable settings, allowing you to adjust them according to your preferences. Default AlgoBox™ settings are shown.</p></figcaption></figure>

### 1. Audio

The audio alerts you once a FlowMaster™ Cross is plotted on the chart. You can customize these alerts by changing the audio to a preferred voice or sound, or turn them off entirely.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Sound Alert:</mark> Receive sound alerts when a FlowMaster™ Cross is detected on the chart, with the option to add your own custom sound.

<mark style="color:yellow;">AlgoVoice:</mark> You can enable or disable real-time audio alerts as per your preference.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Voice Rate:</mark> You can customize the speed of the AlgoVoice alerts to your preference.

All custom sounds must be in .wav file format only.

### 2. Calculations

Allows you to control how frequently the FlowMaster™ Cross indicator recalculates. The Calculation sets the frequency of these calculation cycles. Customization allows for greater control over data update rates.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Calc Override:</mark> Default setting is unchecked. Check this setting to customize and utilize Calc Interval.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Calc Interval:</mark> Set your custom desired calculation interval. The smaller the number, the more frequently the indicator will recalculate, which increases processing load on your system's CPU. The default setting of 1000 is in milliseconds, which is equal to 1 second. If you wanted the FlowMaster™ Cross to calculate every half second (twice as fast as default 1000ms), then you would enter 500 in this field.

### 3. Custom Settings

<mark style="color:yellow;">Drawing Horizontals:</mark> Controls whether horizontal lines are displayed on the chart. You can toggle this setting ON or OFF to show or hide these lines.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Draw Global:</mark> Sets the global display of horizontal lines across all charts. You can toggle this setting ON or OFF to apply or remove these lines universally.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Number of Horizontals:</mark> Defines the maximum number of horizontal lines shown on the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Number of Crosses:</mark> Defines the maximum number of Crosses plotted.

<mark style="color:yellow;">DCDM Alert:</mark> This option can be toggled On or Off to display Double Cross Double Moves on the chart, including target and stop markers.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Show Supply Color:</mark> Allows you to display the color of the supply when it is plotted on the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Show Supply Text:</mark> Allows you to display the Supply text on the cross when it is plotted on the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">DCDM Threshold:</mark> Sets the minimum criteria for detecting Double Cross Double Move patterns on the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">DCDM PP (Pivot Point):</mark> Marks the point of a Double Cross Double Move pattern for reference.

<mark style="color:yellow;">DCDM Leg Length:</mark> Measures the distance between pivot point in a Double Cross Double Move pattern.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Limit # Of Bars (Performance):</mark> Allows you to set the maximum number of bars calculated.

[Click here to learn more about drawing global objects across all charts.](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/tips/indicators#video-tutorial-how-to-draw-global-objects)

### 4. Data Series

Displays the current chart instrument, contract date and configurations applied.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Input Series:</mark> This setting determines which chart the indicator is displayed on, linking the indicator to the selected chart data.

### 5. Setup

Allows you to add a label, set the maximum bars to look back, and configure calculations based On Price Change, On Bar Close, or On Each Tick.

<mark style="color:yellow;">On Price Change:</mark> Updates the indicator only when there is a change in the instrument's price.

<mark style="color:yellow;">On Bar Close:</mark> Updates whenever a new bar closes, recalculating based on the finalized bar data to reflect the latest market conditions and changes in trends. Be mindful of whether you are using AlgoBars or range bars. This is the default setting for this indicator.

<mark style="color:yellow;">On Each Tick:</mark> Updates with every price change or tick in the market, providing real-time adjustments and reflecting the most current data. This setting increases CPU processing load.

### 6. Visual

Allows you to customize button colors, adjust the button placement, and modify the font type and size to suit your preferences. The Visual Settings shown are default settings which usually do not need to be changed unless specified in release notes or instructional video, live stream or on Discord etc. Auto scale is recommended to be unchecked.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Line Width:</mark> Allows you to customize the thickness of plotted lines on the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Line Color:</mark> Allows you to customize the color of plotted lines on the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Line Dash:</mark> Customize the appearance of lines on the chart by selecting either dashed or solid styles.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Auto Scale:</mark> Automatically adjusts the indicator’s scale to fit within the chart’s price axis, ensuring it’s properly visible without manual adjustments.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Displacement:</mark> Shifts the indicator's plot forward or backward on the time axis. This setting is useful for aligning the indicator with price bars or other chart elements, especially in cases where you want to visualize future or past data relative to the current price.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Display in Data Box:</mark> Determines whether the values are shown in the Data Box, which is an on-screen display that provides detailed information about the current values when you hover over or click on the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Panel:</mark> Specifies which panel or sub-panel the indicator is displayed in on the chart. Indicators can be placed in separate panels above or below the main price chart, allowing for organized and uncluttered visualization of multiple indicators.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Price Markers:</mark> Controls the display of markers or symbols on the price axis associated with the indicator's values. This setting helps highlight specific price levels or events directly on the price chart for better visibility and analysis.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Scale Justification:</mark> Determines where the indicator is positioned on the price scale, such as to the right or left side of the chart.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Visible:</mark> Toggles the overall visibility of the indicator, allowing you to hide or show it on the chart as needed.

{% hint style="warning" %} <mark style="color:yellow;">All settings displayed in the settings image are the current default configurations provided by NinjaTrader and/or the AlgoBox™ Pro software, and may change at any time in future software updates without notice.</mark>
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## Video Tutorials: FlowMaster™ Cross

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/7W-MmDVv4fo>" %}
WATCH: This short video explains the FlowMaster™ Cross indicator and how to use it.
{% endembed %}

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/rMg0dyl_7VY?si=3vL05JgnIKJOE_Uf>" %}
WATCH: Vinny E. Mini teaches the FlowMaster™ Cross, FlowMaster™ AudioBox and more, in this video tutorial.
{% endembed %}

## Video Tutorial: FlowMaster™  (Colored) Crosses

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?ab_channel=ALGOBOXOfficial|AlgorithmicTrading&t=4493s&v=cVetiLwr4Mo>" %}
WATCH: Vinny E. Mini explains how he interprets the colored FlowMaster™ Crosses at the 1:15:00 time stamp.
{% endembed %}

{% hint style="success" %}
AlgoBox™ and all FlowMaster™ tools only require Level 1 data to operate. Level 2 data is not required.
{% endhint %}

{% hint style="success" %}
NinjaTrader's Order Flow package is NOT required.
{% endhint %}

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