Support & Resistance Calculator
Calculate key support and resistance levels using four popular pivot point methods. Perfect for forex, stocks, crypto, and commodities trading.
Classic (Floor): The most common method using the average of High, Low, and Close prices.
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| Resistance 3 (R3) | 0.0000 |
| Resistance 2 (R2) | 0.0000 |
| Resistance 1 (R1) | 0.0000 |
| Pivot Point (PP) | 0.0000 |
| Support 1 (S1) | 0.0000 |
| Support 2 (S2) | 0.0000 |
| Support 3 (S3) | 0.0000 |
How to Use This Support & Resistance Calculator
Our calculator makes it easy to find key price levels for any market. Follow these simple steps:
- Select a Calculation Method: Choose between Classic, Woodie's, Camarilla, or Fibonacci based on your trading style.
- Enter OHLC Data: Input the High, Low, and Close prices from your chosen timeframe (Daily, Weekly, or Monthly). Open price is optional.
- View Results Instantly: The calculator updates in real-time, showing the Pivot Point and multiple Support/Resistance levels.
- Apply to Your Charts: Plot these levels on TradingView, MetaTrader, or any charting platform to identify potential reversals and breakouts.
What are Support and Resistance Levels?
Support and resistance are fundamental concepts in technical analysis. Support is a price level where buying interest is strong enough to prevent further decline, acting as a "floor." Resistance is where selling pressure prevents further rise, acting as a "ceiling."
Pivot points are a popular method to calculate these levels mathematically. They use the previous period's High, Low, and Close prices to project potential support and resistance zones for the current period.
Understanding the Four Calculation Methods
Classic (Floor) Pivot Points
The most widely used method. It calculates the pivot point as the simple average of High, Low, and Close: PP = (H + L + C) / 3. Support and resistance levels are then derived from this central point.
Woodie's Pivot Points
This method gives double weight to the closing price: PP = (H + L + 2C) / 4. This makes the pivot more responsive to the most recent market sentiment, preferred by traders who believe the close is the most important price.
Camarilla Pivot Points
Developed by Nick Scott in 1989, Camarilla generates 8 levels (4 support, 4 resistance) based on the previous day's range multiplied by specific factors. The R3/S3 and R4/S4 levels are particularly useful for identifying breakout or reversal opportunities.
Fibonacci Pivot Points
This method applies Fibonacci retracement ratios (38.2%, 61.8%, 100%) to the previous period's range. Traders who believe in Fibonacci's natural market harmony often prefer this approach for identifying key reversal zones.
Why Support & Resistance Levels Matter
- Entry & Exit Points: Use support levels for potential buy entries and resistance levels for sell targets.
- Stop Loss Placement: Place stops just below support (for longs) or above resistance (for shorts) to manage risk.
- Trend Confirmation: Price breaking above resistance suggests bullish momentum; breaking below support indicates bearish pressure.
- Universal Application: Works across all markets—forex, stocks, crypto, commodities, and indices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which calculation method is best for day trading?
Camarilla is often preferred by day traders because it provides tighter levels suited for intraday reversals. Classic is also popular for its simplicity and widespread use.
What timeframe should I use for the input prices?
Use Daily OHLC for intraday trading, Weekly for swing trading, and Monthly for position trading. The levels will be valid for the corresponding period.
Can I use this calculator for cryptocurrency?
Absolutely! Pivot-based support and resistance work well for crypto. Since crypto markets run 24/7, most traders use UTC 00:00 as the daily close reference.
How accurate are pivot point levels?
Pivot points are self-fulfilling to some extent—many traders watch the same levels, creating actual support and resistance. However, they should be used alongside other analysis tools, not in isolation.
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