# FlowMaster™ Enigma

The AlgoBox™ FlowMaster™ Enigma is a powerful, proprietary algorithm that analyzes order flow data in real-time. It's a cornerstone of many traders' strategies, providing invaluable insights into market dynamics.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FTfyM2Wc6T6Cuj537syPB%2FENIGMA%20COLOR%20CODES%20NEW.png?alt=media&#x26;token=ddce7412-6617-420b-9da8-db93289c31c4" alt=""><figcaption><p>The FlowMaster™ Enigma indicator color codes the strength of the signal. Yellow indicates a neutral Enigma, while pink represents a stronger sell signal compared to red. Similarly, blue represents a stronger buy signal than green.</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FqoOnsPiHt10csjhaYF9H%2Fnew%20green%20enigma%20%20GIF.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=6709d5c1-6ed0-4b0b-aeeb-29243a6f772a" alt=""><figcaption><p>A green FlowMaster™ Enigma is a potential bullish signal.</p></figcaption></figure>

## Power Level

The Enigma includes an option to show it's power level at the time of appearance.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FUxZoe9UfNZ7RpMJGfU8G%2Fred%20enigma%20new%20GIF.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=1b3297e5-9bfb-468c-bc28-3a41d99abd4e" alt=""><figcaption><p>A red FlowMaster™ Enigma as a potential bearish signal.</p></figcaption></figure>

Knowing the power of the Enigma signal can assist in filtering signals appropriate to your own style of trading.&#x20;

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FCr91wutNnhPrWN7zTaWB%2Fblue%20enigma%20new%20GIF.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=9984eceb-d0ee-4ff9-a1a5-c285758d43ca" alt=""><figcaption><p>A blue FlowMaster™ Enigma indicating a potential strong buy signal.</p></figcaption></figure>

The Enigma's power level is derived from the proprietary AlgoBox™ algorithmic code.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FG4aHf4FU26uZwPFczOPH%2Fpink%20enigma%201%20GIF.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=49a671af-7f9e-4bb4-acc5-caaaca957709" alt=""><figcaption><p>A pink FlowMaster™ Enigma indicating a potential strong sell signal.</p></figcaption></figure>

The suggested stop loss placement is behind the back of the FlowMaster™ Enigma.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FsW0YCvxNJScvIjhwNm4I%2Fyellow%20enigma%20new%20GIF.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=5730e150-8107-4c48-b20b-3b65814aeb5f" alt=""><figcaption><p>Two yellow MACVU filter-enabled color-coded Enigmas, indicating a potential buy (21.2) and potential sell (14.1) signal, respectively.</p></figcaption></figure>

{% hint style="info" %}
The ideal FlowMaster™ Enigma power level number is 20.
{% endhint %}

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FQz3BDUOwQ8LXSiZMPdAU%2Fgreen%20enigma%20with%20stops%20GIF.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=b913948e-5691-4c34-84b8-23b9651d3387" alt=""><figcaption><p>A green FlowMaster™ Enigma with stops placed behind the Enigma.</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FSLsFtp2nDr4fIkAyteuw%2Fred%20enigma%20with%20stops%20GIF.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=05d1eee2-f956-49c2-b11d-a43a99287c8c" alt=""><figcaption><p>A red FlowMaster™ Enigma with stops placed behind the Enigma.</p></figcaption></figure>

## Automatically Plotted Targets

The AlgoBox™ FlowMaster™ Enigma can automatically plot ideal target lines to make your analysis easier.&#x20;

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2Fcppxl0Wep7Iz6jElGQWA%2Fenigma%20optics.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=1d0605b7-d6e7-43ed-98af-280501771f2e" alt=""><figcaption><p>You have the option to have the The AlgoBox™ FlowMaster™ Enigma display a potential target line.</p></figcaption></figure>

## Enigma Target ("et")

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FfVYE5WHe6xfyp3OFRaBO%2Fgreen%20engima%20target%20new%20GIF%20.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=22948ecd-eb17-4a11-a369-170b519fce2c" alt=""><figcaption><p>A green FlowMaster™ Enigma with a target set to 20 ticks.</p></figcaption></figure>

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FneHpvVt4dzPjgqUmOmo4%2Fred%20engima%20target%20new%20GIF%20.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=2ac1d13e-22d7-4f5c-b2a1-f1680e4387b5" alt=""><figcaption><p>A red FlowMaster™ Enigma with a target set to 20 ticks.</p></figcaption></figure>

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## The Sweeper

A Sweeper is a move that pushes toward the Enigma target but often only brushes it rather than hitting cleanly. When a Sweeper occurs, traders should be cautious—price may extend 20–50 ticks in the opposite direction from the Enigma target. If the move does not fully break through, avoid re-engaging until confirmation of a clean Enigma target break.

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2F2dOsGp52GcVTDWPlJVxm%2Fsweeper.png?alt=media&#x26;token=1c72ce60-bf8e-42db-be23-1e1d452eeb7f" alt=""><figcaption><p>A Sweeper is a move that pushes toward the Enigma target but often only brushes it rather than hitting cleanly.</p></figcaption></figure>

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## Enigma MACVU Filtering

AlgoBox™ FlowMaster™ Enigma allows for signals to be filtered by the [MACVU](https://docs.algoboxpro.com/fundamentals/macv-ultimate).&#x20;

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FE240iODj2Vcsz85rwObm%2FENIGMA%20COLOR%20CODES%20macvu2%20smaller.png?alt=media&#x26;token=791570ab-641b-4831-8e7f-84db60dc6c29" alt=""><figcaption><p>In the Enigma settings, check MACVU Filtering and Color Code Signals to ensure only Enigmas that match the current MACVU strength and direction will appear on your chart.</p></figcaption></figure>

{% hint style="info" %}
Use MACVU Filtering to focus on Enigmas that match the current market trend. This helps you identify the most relevant trading opportunities.
{% endhint %}

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2Fb5giZmrfk8fTIujA05Xu%2Fenigma%20filtering.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=2e125ed9-b77c-433c-a280-71f397dbde3c" alt=""><figcaption><p>The FlowMaster™ Enigma can be filtered to display MACVU color codes.</p></figcaption></figure>

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## Confluence Level

The FlowMaster™ Enigma can be configured to different levels of confluence. The higher the number, the higher the amount of confluence you are demanding the indicator to use, which means there could be less signals appearing on L4 as opposed to L1 (see videos below).

{% hint style="info" %}
The original FlowMaster™ Enigma setting was Level 2 Confluence.
{% endhint %}

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FV96FE8tBqOdQdjT7urDO%2Fenigma%20confluence.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=8d09621d-ea30-4179-9c30-d7b2b87fda0a" alt=""><figcaption><p>The FlowMaster™ Enigma offers four levels of confluence: L1, L2, L3, and L4.</p></figcaption></figure>

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## FlowMaster™ Enigma Settings

<figure><img src="https://3588932008-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FSmdQdlKTkpiw2LN0L1TV%2Fuploads%2FNHsXiO0BUWoEWcs5583l%2FEnigma%20SETTINGS.gif?alt=media&#x26;token=1b6a63ed-90cb-4db1-9ca7-06e80e1f5691" alt=""><figcaption><p>The FlowMaster™ Enigma 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™ Enigma 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™ Enigma 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™ Enigma 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™ Enigma 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;">Confluence Levels:</mark> Adjust the strength of the FlowMaster™ Enigma confluence levels between L1, L2, L3, and L4 to suit your needs.

### 4. Filtering

<mark style="color:yellow;">MACVU Filtering:</mark> This feature allows you to filter enigmas based on the strength levels of the MACV Ultimate.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Color Code:</mark> This feature allows you to filter enigmas based on the color of the MACV Ultimate.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Power Number:</mark> This feature enables the display of the FlowMaster™ Enigma’s power number.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Power Number Font:</mark> This setting allows you to customize the font of the FlowMaster™ Enigma’s power number.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Power Number Color:</mark> This setting allows you to select the color for displaying the power number of the FlowMaster™ Enigma.

### 5. Optics

<mark style="color:yellow;">Show Enigma Target:</mark> Toggle this setting ON or OFF to display or hide the target line when an Enigma is plotted.

<mark style="color:yellow;">Enigma Target:</mark> Customize the Enigma Target line according to your preferred tick value, with the default setting at 20 ticks.

### 6. 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.

### 7. 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.

### 8. 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;">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>
{% endhint %}

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## Video Tutorials: Enigma

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/_WRwHd6fjM8?si=s0nSv3D8bXMZvPcn>" %}
WATCH: This brief tutorial explains the FlowMaster™ Enigma in detail.
{% endembed %}

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/hzxd0ZXW06U?si=eYBml0QVLvUdIQci>" %}
WATCH: Vinny E. Mini reveals the FlowMaster™ Enigma in this video tutorial.
{% endembed %}

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/fQcJD6F9OUc?si=fxio7T7iuRT_t82w>" %}
WATCH: Vinny E. Mini explains the FlowMaster™ Enigma settings in this short video clip.
{% endembed %}

## Enigma Confluence Levels Explanation

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/xiQUoHkfQ0Y?si=LBR82StYCV0zn_Vg>" %}
WATCH: Vinny E. Mini explains the FlowMaster™ Enigma confluence levels L1, L2, L3, and L4.
{% 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 %}

## Sweeper Example

{% embed url="<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9eXgJ1-46M?feature=share>" %}
WATCH: Vinny E. Mini explains The Sweeper in this short clip of a live stream.
{% endembed %}

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