Framework

X Model Framework

The X Model trading framework offers a structured approach for identifying high-probability trading opportunities by combining key technical indicators, market structure analysis, and timing strategies to guide both long and short entries.

Short Entry Checklist

1. Previous Day High (ERL): Price breaks or tests the previous day’s high.

2. H1 Bullish FVG (IRL): A Bullish FVG on the 1-hour chart is present, indicating price rejection or a return to fill the gap.

3. m15 MSS / SMT: Confirm the bearish market structure on the 15-minute chart, supported by Smart Money confirmation (e.g., divergence, volume analysis).

4. Above 00:00: Only enter short trades above 00:00 after the market’s daily reset.

Long Entry Checklist

1. Previous Day Low (ERL): Price breaks or tests the previous day’s low, indicating a potential support level.

2. H1 Bearish FVG (IRL): A Bearish FVG on the 1-hour chart is present, signaling a potential retracement for a long opportunity.

3. m15 MSS / SMT: Confirm the bullish market structure on the 15-minute chart, supported by Smart Money confirmation (e.g., volume, divergence).

4. Below 00:00: Only enter long trades below 00:00 before the market’s daily reset.

By following these rules, the X Model provides a structured approach for identifying high-probability entry points for both long and short trades.

Traders can systematically use the Previous Day High/Low, Fair Value Gaps, Market Structure Shifts, and Smart Money Technique to confirm their entries, ensuring alignment with broader market trends and institutional activity.

The added constraint of entering trades only above or below 00:00 helps to focus on the optimal timing of market entries.