Linreg slope

What does Linreg slope measure?

How fast the trend is rising or falling — dollars per candle. Positive is up, negative is down, and the size tells you how steep.

How is Linreg slope calculated?

Fit a straight line through the last 14 closing prices and report how much the line climbs per candle.

Written by reading the engine’s real computation, not a textbook — where the two differ, the page describes what actually runs.

How do I use Linreg slope in a bot?

In the builder, add an indicator of type linreg_slope (parameters: length, default 14). Its value becomes an operand you can compare in any entry or exit rule. The engine grades the whole rule honestly: real fills, no look-ahead, half the history held back.

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