How I Nailed Trading with the MACD Indicator (Step-by-Step Guide)

[@DaytradeWarrior]

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[@123tferguson]

Always apprecite every video you put out. Always a class in session. Thank you Professor Cameron!

[@7ate992]

I set it up exactly as you said... doesn't work though. Gives about 50/50 good and false signals

[@KAFTA_x]

I appreciate it @daytradewarrior

[@yemiakindele160]

Hi Ross, good job mate. Hey, I'm in Australia. Could I buy some of your courses and be able to use them here? Looking at time difference and I only want to trade ASX stocks for now. Would appreciate your response. Cheers!

[@crashmeplane9469]

Ross Cameron you need to do for us the leverage and the pip calculation to determine loss or profit...pleasee...I love your channel

[@SuperPilipok]

This is the EASIEST explanation of MACD EVER! Thank you so much for sharing your experience with everyone.

[@TinkerandBuild]

For sure. The significance of everyone being on the same page (and following the signals the same way) is HUGE.

[@1tracymanes]

This is BY FAR the best explanation of MACD as it relates to moving averages and WHY I've ever seen! The explanation about why to use the default settings was fantastic! Also, the part about when to get out is great, but the part about WHY TO STAY IN is even better. Simply packed with great info. Thank You, Ross!!

[@jakajug-jackfree5373]

Your conclusion whas genius: When market is hot, trade longer... When is cold, just dont try, dont push it.. is not worthy to fight Dont have a daily goal, that you must achieve... Golden.. thank you for that...

[@DaytradeWarrior]

You're welcome! It sounds simple once it's broken down like that. It's sticking to it that takes discipline!

[@jvaccai796]

This is huge. Been reading charts and I keep noticing the same trends. Thank you for breaking it down

[@SunChaser683]

I'm very happy and grateful to you Ross. I have been trying to day trade for years on and off mostly losing and fiddling in the dark. I have been placing small positions in the past week or so just using MACD as you explained. Just to get a feel of my emotions when I'm actually in the trade. I can tell you that had I been more disciplined, prepared, and no fomo, I would have had more green days than red, using only this strategy. My daily goal is $200 and I was nowhere near it until today when I forced myself to wait patiently. I placed 2 trades and was up $385. I took my $$ and walked away. I was content Wow! what feeling. I will continue to watch you and keep practicing. You're the best Ross. Thank you for your service to the trading community. ❤

[@CryptoCoin02]

I really appreciate the practical advice on using MACD to avoid false breakouts. It's a common pitfall for many traders, and the video provides clear strategies to mitigate this risk. The takeaway is that incorporating reliable indicators like MACD can enhance trading accuracy and prevent costly mistakes.

[@lawrencecole6527]

Man you've been doing this for so long, I remember playing Counter Strike 1.6 in my buddy's bedroom listening to your advice. Long long time.

[@teddy7555]

I finally understand MACD. Thank you, you just changed my chart reading life. Time to practice.

[@pirateofpacific]

This is the best explanation of MACD I have seen by far. Excellent job.

[@YouliaBulan]

i think so too! i alsoo think this will come in super handy now, because olymptrade's new analysis tool analysis the strategies that work best in your trades and get you profit, MACD is one of my best!

[@gordonraddy]

He is simply the best - not only in trading but also explaining. I think it is time that all of us send him a big THANK YOU ROSS! 👻

[@RickeyTan-w8y]

I concur

[@wilsondias6780]

MAC-D is really a more accurate and game winning indicator... you need to follow these things---- a) 2 Monitors for trading 1 for charts & other for trading b) EMA CROSS Indicator with lengths 9 & 26 for checking trends c) MAC-D indicator for trade entry and exit d) ADX indicator for confirmations and 2 lines to check breakouts... that's all. 20 to 40 points targets with 4 to 8 trades per day will get easily in scalping... that is what i found success after spending 2 years..

[@PepeInvest]

I tried this today with a TSLA call and a SPY call. TSLA call was my first attempt. That trade didn’t work out. Lost but barely lost anything. However the spy call I was up 70% at one point. Waited for the cross and sold. Didn’t make too much but made out good considering. I’m going to try this strat going forward. Could up being a BIG game changer for me. Thank you!

[@CodyMcDonald89]

im going to give it a try as well with paper trade for ahwile and see what happens

[@adamD-v4r]

Awesome what time frame do you use ?

[@SDM3791]

Why didn't $TSLA work out? What did you do incorrectly?

[@CreedM8]

@@SDM3791they probably used the macd but not ema? Could be the 9 ema wasn’t above the 20 ema. Thats what I normally find when I feck up lol

[@James-100]

Of all the indicators I've used through the years, I've found the lowly MACD the most useful. Thanks for keeping it simple and informative.

[@Growifying_shop]

what other indicators are you using??

[@SDM3791]

​@@Growifying_shopif you know how to read the MACD it's the only one you need. Of course you need to apply a strategy and rules to set you up before you watch it on one stock.

[@SDM3791]

​@@Growifying_shopif you know how to read the MACD it's the only one you need. Of course you need to apply a strategy and rules to set you up before you watch it on one stock.

[@gere86]

That is one of my indicator I used in my trading because of you. You changed my understanding in trading and I can't thank you enough.❤❤❤❤

[@sherit8572]

I feel this will be a game changer for me after watching the video and looking at MACD and my chart from today. If I had only knew earlier. lol Thank you for helping us find our way.

[@d-bane]

Excellent introduction to the basics of the MACD indicator. Few more advanced strategies for MACD: 1) Noticing bearish/bullish divergences For example at 15:00 the MACD signal lines made a lower low, while price made a higher low (bearish divergence). 2) Noticing when the trend is reversing (flipping from bullish to bearish or vice versa). For example at 17:16 the MACD signal lines crossed below the 0 level, indicating a possible change in trend. Didn't know that the MACD can be dragged in to the actual chart view; will definetaly look to incorporate this technique. 👍

[@HilltopGemShop]

I make the MACD green and the signal Red. go on green. 🙂

[@alanh.otterii4872]

Nice, I like that thinking.

[@novadavinci]

this is the exact video i been looking for for YEARS wtf

[@reidhart3831]

You took the wtf right out of my mouth lol

[@loubob21]

why?

[@kingwilly8041]

LOL, what the hell have you been doing for years? I'll tell you what I've been doing: Making money. How? By not listening to this toolbag.

[@creatorsharing3114]

Hi, I'm watching your videos every single days because the way you presenting is much easier to understand and I'm really grateful for all your sharing:)

[@robertl6823]

Really good video. 2 points that resonated with me. 1. You need to be looking at what the market is looking at. 2. Use it all the time. Try it for a few weeks

[@RANGE-ig4xv]

EXCELLENT INSTRUCTIONAL. YOU CONVEY WITH EVERY MINUTE OF THIS POST YOUR HIGH LEVEL OF DISCIPLINE AND STANDARDS. AS A TRADING TEACHER, YOU ARE THE BEST ON THE INTERNET.

[@ekponudimfriday857]

There is this confidence and calmness MACD gives me when I am trading. Great content Ross

[@bboynewsboy991]

Let's hear about the money it makes you instead (it wont)

[@TonioXenon]

@@bboynewsboy991 are you too cool for indicators? They are not to be used for signals, instead use them for confluence and they will help "make money".

[@SDM3791]

​@@bboynewsboy991using the MACD won't make you money?

[@xmonikerhotmailcom]

@@bboynewsboy991 It will if you use as a confluence with say RSI or RTI and some basic pattern recognition via TA.

[@chantelle7551]

I loved this video. Had a bad red day and needed the confidence booster.

[@rajde4117]

Ross you are an excellent teacher. Simple and effective.. Really understood MACD clearly. Thank you very much.

[@Queeney59]

I've really learned a lot from this video. This is a great indicator and you're a great teacher. Thank you!

[@DaytradeWarrior]

Thanks for watching!

[@Jasminelaw698]

I was hoping you’d make a video on MACD and you did. This is so helpful for me as a beginner trader to help me find the best indicators for my trading. Before watching your technical analysis videos I had way too many indicators on my charts. So it was confusing for me when trying to time my entries and exits. Your channel has really helped me to understand trading better.

[@SuperBigbill2]

Really enjoyed this tutorial. I have been using M A C - D for a while now and it has really helped me. Knowing when it crosses over is a good indicator, whether to enter the trade or pause and wait. In fact I honestly believe M A C - D and the volume bars are actually sufficient, for all your trades and because of that, you probably could get away with not using emulated or simple moving averages, although I still do. Maybe I give it a try one day in my demo account! of course, don’t want to be taken chances with a live account and see what occurs. I also think to many indicators are not needed, three max would definitely suffice I honestly believe. So another great tutorial from ross here and as always, take it all in and prepare for the next one, after all, they are better than anything else your ever see on you tube. Keep up the good work ross, we need these lessons. Regards Bill.

[@mattsartori2624]

The best teacher ever!!! Grateful ☺️ !!! Thank you so much 😊!!

[@Benjammin799]

Just implemented this into my simulator and instantly increased my trading accuracy! MACD is broken! You are a legend Ross!

[@SDM3791]

MACD is broken?

[@TinkerandBuild]

Ross, I've begun my journey down the route of trading futures, but it all started with YOU! Your information and knowledge is the best on the internet. I appreciate you well thought out videos. They are invaluable! Much appreciated.

[@jozynabwire7374]

I was really confused about reading the chart and the so called macd indicator, thanks for the explanation dia. At least I have understood this.

[@abramcarley6889]

I really appreciate the extra insight offered in his videos. He breaks down the technical aspects in a very understandable way which is awesome... and then always goes a little further and gives a nugget of wisdom that other traders don't really do. Like nit focusing on how much to make per day I needed to hear that because that has been at the forefront of my mind this whole week as I got my butt kicked on the market. Thanks boss for the education, and wisdom there. I appreciate you!!

[@jamesmccullough2426]

LOVE this detailed, easy to understand walk through!

[@sepfms]

This was extremely well explained, MacD really is love on first sight.

[@joyoffilming9500]

Awesome explanation of MACD and how to best use it.

[@aidanfalchook4266]

I can tell you right now this is going to make me ridiculously more profitable. Compared this strategy to my biggest winners and lines up almost exactly with crossovers I’m so grateful for the explanation!

[@DaytradeWarrior]

Great!

[@Dontdoit_]

I’ve been waiting for this. I’ve been using MACD over RSI lately

[@garouthetiktokinfluencerhu9731]

I think rsi is kind of overrated. Obviously that’s just opinion

[@JTMEGA986]

Wish KZbin had a love button so I could select it on this video. Ty for this 1 Ross. I coded (copied) a MACD into my TOS & the defaults were allllll wrong according to what u just showed. NOW maybe I'll use the MACD the right way.

[@karazya]

This was an incredibly helpful video. I've watched several KZbinrs teaching about stock/option trading, and your style was the best by far. I actually learned something. Thank you

[@fullcircle4723]

Always use the MACD and picked up a few more tips from you. Thanks again.

[@sashaABsac]

Great advise at the end, I really needed to hear that. Cold day, walk away. Genius!

[@bosca421]

Absolutely easily explained. Ty Ross 😊

[@godwinkuka5884]

I am going to spend all the efforts and energy on this one!! Demn, the simplest ever explained strat...Thumbs up beardmate!

[@aliasoma]

Can't thank you enough for breaking it down so simply.

[@markjordan3312]

Great advice!! Right now, since it is summertime and I'm a newbie, I have sized down in order to create habits of rule following and perfecting entries and exits. Once I see that I am habitually doing everything right and having consistent green days, then I will start to size up. Today I failed to look at the MACD. I appreciate all that you share for us, thanks a bunch Ross!!

[@TheFloetic24]

Changing my MACD settings, has helped me trade futures better.

[@AbsoluteJ-uu2tz]

Ross has been dropping consistent 💎s. A true teacher!

[@nicojenkins986]

This is great. using your videos to support the classes in Warrior Pro! They work in tandem beautifully!

[@tminson-wed2688]

I downloaded the Quit book, it's very interesting the psychology of quitting. I have been green 3 days in a row since I am focusing on MACD. Thanks love all your videos.

[@DaytradeWarrior]

Great job!

[@jeiemthecreators2ndchannel255]

Very nice sir, now only I fully understands what is SMA. I don't how it works. Thank you. I am your new subscriber. I will be your new student

[@stephenfrost545]

Awesome video as always Ross! I used this technique with LUCY on friday afternoon. Brought in a great pull with no risk!

[@kevinmccoy8754]

Love using MACD and RSI together

[@DaytradeWarrior]

Congrats on first comment!! You’re quick! 🎉

[@kiloromeo4725]

They both measure price and it's derivatives. They are correlated. Try replacing RSI with a volume based indicator or rate of change ROC or a range ATR based indicator. This way you get a more diverse look. The MACD is better in it's percent based version PPO. This way when you run a comparison you can truly compared vs various financial instruments or different time frames.

[@JamesDidato]

@@DaytradeWarrior Ross, Thanks for the video. Quick Question, if you wouldn't mind. When you stated it went from $4.00 to $5.00 for a 250% move, I imagine it's because you were buying calls right? What Delta do you typically purchase the calls at if you do buy calls (either that, or are you using the brokers margin?)

[@josephhawkins6176]

A swear i felt like you were speaking directly to me at the end of the video. Good content

[@albedoguardian875]

Excellent refresher. Could you link your set up and current laptop you are using for trading?❤

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[@aketo8082]

Thank you for explaining the past. Very helpful. Would be great to see the action live with new data coming up to make the right decision.

[@ethansmith8813]

I've learned more in this video than any other material on day trading I've ever seen

[@r.l9356]

This is the best explination of MACD I've come across. Subscribered and looking forward to learning more.

[@friendlystonepeople]

I have a question. Do you have a rule as to when to enter the trade? Say the MACD starts to diverge. How long do you wait till you actually commit to the trade? Same with the sell. Clearly the amplitude of MACD also matters but I am interested in knowing your thoughts on how to practically use it.

[@dogeholdr]

Amazing tutorial you have a gift at teaching have not come across you until now ive been trading for years and never understood MACD until now ill definetly backtest this and go over my other systems and see if MACD could have helped to prevent false bos and minmise my losses. My BOS systems archiles heel is false BOS. Earned another sub.

[@gustavolopez5403]

You are a true instructor warrior helping us become better at this art of earning money. Thank you sir!

[@terryneedham36]

Thanks for the information on dmac I’ve searched for indicators and you hit the nail on the head can you tell me what I’m supposed to set my dmac on

[@davepeterschmidt5818]

A lot of great stuff here. However, I do have one quibble. You actually WANT to trade the market on different signals than everyone else is using, particularly if you are trading large positions. If you get everyone trading the same signals, you're going to find that the market often will surge away from you before you can place an order because other people are soaking up the standing orders. You WANT to vary your setup so you get slightly different signals and eliminate that problem.

[@brikler7717]

First time viewer. Thank you for the lesson. I'm new to all this, so enjoyed your presentation.

[@niisteva2999]

Combine MACD with another strong indicator like SAR for better confirmation. Also, move between time frames like 5, 10, 15 mins during day trade to see a new trend faster.

[@sarahjanebaviera9346]

Thank you Ross for teaching us the MacD really helps me.

[@alfredpackard6586]

Ross, I really appreciate your knowledge, experience and delivery on these videos. I am focused on futures now. Is there a way to connect briefly about this and and what you are doing with stocks? Thanks a bunch. Ross S. a fellow Ross traveler!

[@DaytradeWarrior]

Our webinar is a great place to start! It's free to join, and you get a digital copy of Ross's best selling book "How To Day Trade" just for attending. You can see more information and sign up here - www.warriortrading.com/free-day-trading-class/ I highly recommend attending if you can. This will give you an idea of how Ross teaches, and provide a better understanding of what we offer at Warrior Trading. Plus, Ross gives attendees an awesome opportunity to join the community!

[@dondiegi]

Thank you for putting this out there. I always enjoy watching your teaching. Thank you again

[@gtsipejr]

Ross, this is such a great presentation; not a newbie here, but I've watched this three times already. Thank you GT

[@mattwhaley4903]

Well I'm glad you posted this today because I may have found a way to improve the MacD by combining it with the Mac. I left the macd alone but the Mac I changed upper to yellow, lower to blue and offset my lower to match the crossover from the macd. If anyone with more experience than me can look at this and tell me your thoughts that would be epic

[@marklasky3555]

Appreciate your time & effort to go through this indicator..I use Mac'D but you have fine tuned it along with the mentality and patience that you need to be successful.

[@oprahwindfurry6005]

Ross, Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us, great video! What are your thoughts on the "Go-No-Go" indicator? Hope you will make a video about it one day.

[@TheDistingueOne]

Extremely well thought out video. I really appreciate the effort put into this. I downloaded your technical analysis guide too and subbed! Keep making great content!

[@Kreor-ww1xg]

The issue I have with MACD is that it turns on a dime. A lot of times with No Warning. - There'll be a Huge gap between lines up and down, and as soon as I recognize trend, see the MACD line well gapped, I buy in, & it Immediately switches directions...

[@b5patel]

Ross, Not yet subscribed to your paid platform. However, watching you trade and free videos are playing and will play an important role in my profitable journey. Thank you for everything.

[@johnmaxwell1356]

Just found your channel. I already use the MACD but I really appreciated your explanations and you giving real world analysis from your experiences. Just subbed. Looking forward to seeing/learning more.

[@anickell14]

One of the simplest and best videos!

[@StocksIQ]

I'm not doing very well today with my trading, I've been using the MACD too much in the ranging market and tried to pre-empt it for a bigger gain on one trade. I've just lost $35 even though I did make some good trades and profits that I've now lost. My only good decision is that I am still in the SIMULATOR. As Ross says in his book, don't trade live until we have proved we are ready. Yes, I do want to trade live of course but I am forcing myself to be disciplined and not go live yet.

[@anicsim8390]

Good

[@t-Robot.trading]

Great video. My macd setting is 9,12,6 and I would recommend ross and other traders to try this settings

[@daytrader384]

Which time frame

[@t-Robot.trading]

@@daytrader384 1 min

[@wingchun1hopgar2taichi3jj4]

Glad I found your channel. Looking forward to your next video; thank you very much for sharing your techniques. Excellent teaching.

[@athyoli]

Super class. Love from Kerala, India.❤

[@soaronwingslikeeagles7982]

So very helpful. Thank you so much. Hello from South Africa.

[@AshrafElrefaey]

Why are going long only in this video? Are you using another indicator for direction? Great video by the way. Thank you for sharing.

[@fluffy-_-bush]

Thankyou I just startted trading more oloften and not to afraid anymore now that I understand the basics Learning with your videos and finally after hours and hours watching your videos I’m starting to make positive income not a lot but is positive.

[@gabemckay6718]

MACD is the only indicator I use. I put 2 MA indicators that match the MACD on my charts with the MACD at the bottom. Over the past 6 months I've had much more accurate trades. Only time I've been caught in a bad spot is if there's a sudden flush on a stock that goes against MACD movement.

[@krel4115]

i am a learning day trader.. i love emas... this MACD might be a game changer for me.. thank you..

[@S1ikk3]

Ross, it would be awesome if you could do a video one day about what it's like during a hot VS a cold Market for some of us that are getting discouraged from the current market compared to January and February. What was it was like pre covid, 2020 to now and how the time of the year effects the stock market and specifically us day Traders. Thank you for everything that you do

[@jeremypursley4349]

Great information!!! And nice bite @ the end , I struggle with those same emotions and I’m trying my DAMNdest to discipline myself to become more consistent and know when to let it go for the day, Thx for the insights!!!

[@CalBlack-up7cs]

thanks I always don't know how to use it. I use divergence of it for reversal but I always fail at reversals. I think yours way is better

[@hanialhebshi9698]

Very helpful.. Thanks alot. I usually use MACD + RSI + CCI to take a trade. MACD is really helpful

[@itsoktoberight4431]

I made a custom MACD indicator where you can use any method for your fast/slow and signal. EMA for fast, SMMA for slow and SMA for signal

[@nikolazagorac8237]

Thank you Ross.Every time we can learn something new from you.

[@anthonyhernandez495]

Yes perfect the only one I can understand out of all the teachers

[@childlikeinnocence09]

Thank you for your time and generosity.

[@TradingInNWA]

Great lesson Ross! Really appreciate it. Very easy to follow. I love how you made the drawings and made use of your whiteboard. Going to try a couple of small trades just following the MACD signal and see how it goes. (Of course considering other items but I mean just focusing on MACD.) Thanks again!

[@MichelleBlake-gg2ht]

Awesome video and great explanation Ross!

[@RhombicChthulhuSONIC]

I have been trading for quite some time and still use the MACD as a reference for entry or momentum. I mostly just read the chart though. MACD I'd say is great for everyone who is a price action trade beginner or expert.

[@Brucebonfire]

Awesome post very helpful! Question: when the macd is closing, what are some other indicators you look at to further anticipate the next move? Often the macd starts to close then opens back up. Is it best to just wait for the actual cross over? Thank you!

[@adamantosh034]

Love your content. Would be curious on what software you are using in your trading: scanners, tracking, plotting, etc.

[@ghufranahmed1816]

Really appreciate the way you have explained MACD and related tips u techniques to trade. Thank you.