Sierra Trading offers a focused set of Market Profile-based studies to help traders better understand auction structure, session development, and historical references. These tools are designed to deliver clear visual context without the overhead of full-blown TPO charts—ideal for intraday and swing traders using Sierra Chart.
Previous References
The Previous References study automatically plots critical reference levels from prior sessions, such as the Point of Control (POC), Value Area High/Low, session high/low, and more.
Key Features:
- Draws prior POC, VAH, VAL, high, low, half-back, and volume-based levels
- Levels automatically adjust as a session ends and a new one begins
- Configurable for regular or overnight sessions
- Clean, customizable line styles and labels
Profile Value
The Profile Value study provides a concise, text-based summary of how today’s value area compares to the previous session. This helps traders quickly assess whether the market is balanced, trending, or shifting in bias.
Key Features:
- Automatic classification: In Balance, Higher, Lower, Overlapping Higher/Lower
- Simple label output directly on chart
- Works with both TPO study
- Fully customizable position and styling
Profile Periods
The Profile Periods study segments each trading session into 30-minute Market Profile periods (A–O), labeling them directly on your price chart. This gives traders a clear view of session development without requiring a full TPO layout.
Key Features:
- Labels each 30-minute profile period (A–O) above bars
- Custom background coloring to mark period transitions
- Adjustable label offset and display options
- Lightweight and optimized for live use
