How to Integrate Moving Averages into a Strategy on TradingView? (Part 2) Moving averages filter out noise on charts and help you see where the true trend lies. 1⃣ Three Key MAs for the Short Term The 5-bar average filters out daily noise and indicates the direction of the short-term trend. The 13-bar average produces a smoother curve; when price moves far away from it, I double my alert level. The 20-bar average acts as dynamic support and resistance and forms the backbone of the short-term trend. 2⃣ Three Key MAs That Define the Long-Term Game The 50-bar average represents the general price average and sits at the center of Golden Cross and Death Cross crossovers. The 100-bar average shows the overall long-term trend direction and serves as a strong reference point for identifying local bottoms. The 200-bar average is the final line of defense. When price reaches this level, you must ask: “Are we ready for maximum pain?” 3⃣ Crossovers Signal Trend Reversals A Golden Cross occurs when a short-term average crosses above a long-term average (e.g., MA50 > MA200), signaling the start of an uptrend. A Death Cross is the opposite: when a short-term average falls below a long-term average (e.g., MA50 < MA200), indicating strengthening downward pressure. Neither signal alone is sufficient, but when combined with volume and momentum, they become powerful decision-making tools. ✅ Final Thoughts Moving averages tell you “where” you are—but the answer to “when” always rests with you. If you haven’t read Part 1, you can find it in the comments; it’s better to start the series from the beginning. Which moving average do you use the most? Let’s see in the comments.