# Masher

The AlgoBox™ Masher strategy is a filtering strategy on the MACV chart intended to assist in finding reversal opportunities on [smaller time frame](/fundamentals/chart-layouts.md#id-3-chart-layout) charts. The deviation lines mark levels of previous peaks and troughs where price reversed significantly.

<figure><img src="/files/sh3cVzdoFu2KeIF2i5Wn" alt=""><figcaption><p>A bare MACV chart without any other indicators, showing examples of reversals from MACV deviation lines.</p></figcaption></figure>

Reference the deviation lines to see where a previous significant pivot took place and wait for the MACV histogram to reach that line again to anticipate a potential reversal.

<figure><img src="/files/Mm3t9dFf4BSFVp8tH37H" alt=""><figcaption><p>Examples of reversals from MACV deviation lines, with other indicators on the chart.</p></figcaption></figure>

Since the MACV chart is a filtering tool, the deviation lines are not intended to be used as an exact price level to trade at. The deviation lines could be viewed as a zone to move you to the next step in the Order of Operations: The Ripple charts.

<figure><img src="/files/FhVNjDx7drJ31fViqjtj" alt=""><figcaption><p>Examples of reversals from MACV deviation lines, with other indicators on the chart.</p></figcaption></figure>

Click here to learn more about the [MACV](/fundamentals/macv-filter-chart.md) chart.

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## Video Tutorials: Masher

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WATCH: This short video explains The Masher strategy.
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WATCH: Vinny E. Mini teaches The Masher Strategy and more, in this video tutorial.
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Click here to learn about the [MACV Ultimate](/fundamentals/macv-ultimate.md).

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