Intraday Targets
Pro-trend targets = next 4H structural high/low. Counter-trend targets = fixed R:R (e.g., 5R). Always know your target before entry.
Intraday targets for pro-trend trades come from the 4-hour structure — specifically the next weak high (in an uptrend) or weak low (in a downtrend) that expectation order flow suggests should be broken. These targets are clear because the trend direction supports the move, and approximately 85% of weak structural highs/lows in an established trend get taken. Counter-trend targets are different: because the "trading to" destination is ambiguous (could be buy/sell wicks, liquidity, imbalance, or extreme demand), a fixed R:R target (like 5R) removes the guesswork. Calculate R:R before entry — if the target distance divided by stop distance is below your minimum (3:1 is standard), skip the trade. After hitting your pro-trend target, either stop trading or apply aggressive counter-trend management for any additional setups.
✓How to Recognize
- •Pro-trend target: next 4H weak high or weak low (structural target)
- •Counter-trend target: fixed R:R (e.g., 5R) because destination is ambiguous
- •Calculate R:R before entry: target distance / stop distance ≥ 3:1 minimum
- •After hitting target: stop trading or use aggressive management for additional setups
⚡How to Avoid
- →Using fixed R:R for pro-trend trades (ignores structure, may target through supply/demand)
- →Holding counter-trend trades for structural targets (ambiguous, often returns to breakeven)
- →Entering without a pre-defined target (every price move becomes an emotional decision)
- →Taking additional trades after your 4H target has been hit without a new clear target