Plain-English rule
MACD main crosses above MACD signal on 1h.
The relationship between the supported MACD main and signal series on 1h candles.
Alert Template
MACD signal crossover alert template
This template monitors when the MACD main line crosses above the MACD signal line on the 1-hour timeframe.
Crossover1hOn candle close
Exact behavior
The rule compares the previous and current MACD main and signal values. It matches when the main line moves from at or below the signal line to above it.
Runtime rule JSON
{
"all": [
{
"type": "crossover",
"left": {
"indicator": {
"name": "macd",
"category": "oscillator",
"kind": "macd_main",
"fastLength": 12,
"slowLength": 26,
"signalLength": 9
},
"timeframe": "1h"
},
"right": {
"indicator": {
"name": "macd_signal",
"category": "oscillator",
"kind": "macd_signal",
"fastLength": 12,
"slowLength": 26,
"signalLength": 9
},
"timeframe": "1h"
},
"direction": "cross_up"
}
]
}How to use this template
- 1Review the crossover direction and timeframe.
- 2Open the normal alert creation flow.
- 3Recreate or customize the rule, then review it before saving.
How the rule is often interpreted
A bullish MACD signal crossover can describe improving momentum. It does not guarantee a sustained price move.
Pairs well with
EMARSIVolume
Limitations
- MACD is derived from moving averages and lags price.
- Crosses can be noisy in sideways conditions.
- This template compares MACD main with signal; it does not use the histogram as an alert indicator.
- This is not a buy signal.
The final saved alert is checked against current validation and plan entitlements. Plan details and pricing are available after sign in.
FAQ
What is the MACD signal line?
It is the supported signal series compared with the MACD main series in this crossover rule.
Does this template use the MACD histogram?
No. The rule compares the MACD main and MACD signal series.
Can I use another timeframe?
Yes. You can select another supported timeframe when recreating the rule.
Can I combine MACD with EMA confirmation?
Yes when the additional condition is supported and the current plan includes multi-condition alerts.