Pivot Point Calculator: Classic, Fib & Camarilla

Enter the previous period’s high, low and close and get pivot points with support and resistance levels in four styles: Classic, Fibonacci, Woodie and Camarilla.

Pivot point formulas

All use the previous period’s high (H), low (L) and close (C). For daily pivots that’s yesterday’s values; for weekly pivots, last week’s.

Classic:    P = (H + L + C) / 3
            R1 = 2P − L      S1 = 2P − H
            R2 = P + (H − L) S2 = P − (H − L)
            R3 = H + 2(P − L) S3 = L − 2(H − P)
Fibonacci:  P as classic; R/S = P ± 0.382, 0.618 and 1.000 × (H − L)
Woodie:     P = (H + L + 2C) / 4; R1 = 2P − L; S1 = 2P − H; R2/S2 = P ± (H − L)
Camarilla:  R/S n = C ± (H − L) × 1.1 / 12, 6, 4, 2

How traders use pivots

Pivot levels are reference points: price above the pivot is often read as a bullish bias, below as bearish, with R and S levels watched as possible turning or breakout points. Like any levels, they are areas of interest, not predictions.

Pivots on TradingView

TradingView has a built-in Pivot Points Standard indicator that draws these levels automatically, with a choice of type (Traditional, Fibonacci, Woodie, Classic, DM and Camarilla) and timeframe. This calculator is handy for checking the levels or planning before the session.

Also see the Fibonacci calculator and all trading calculators.

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FAQ

How do you calculate a pivot point?

Add the previous period's high, low and close, then divide by 3. Support and resistance levels are worked out from that pivot and the high-low range.

What is the difference between classic and Camarilla pivots?

Classic pivots are based on the average of high, low and close. Camarilla levels are set around the previous close using fractions of the range multiplied by 1.1, so they sit closer to price.

Which pivot points are best?

There is no single best type. Classic (Traditional) pivots are the most widely watched; others suit different styles.

Does TradingView have pivot points?

Yes. The built-in Pivot Points Standard indicator draws Traditional, Fibonacci, Woodie, Classic, DM and Camarilla pivots on your chart.

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