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Indicator Formula

Technical Details — Elder’s Force Index (EFI)

Section titled “Technical Details — Elder’s Force Index (EFI)”

The Elder’s Force Index measures volume-weighted price movement force.


Mathematical Derivation

Compact Formula Summary

See Elder’s Force Index technical documentation for formula.

Defaults: Period = 13 bars


Complete Calculation Example

See Elder’s Force Index documentation for worked examples.


Key Takeaways from the Example
  1. Volume Confirmation: EFI adds volume context to price signals
  2. Zero-line crosses: Indicate shifts in buying/selling pressure