Multiple-Edge Trading Area (M.E.T.A.): A high-probability entry zone confirmed by multiple technical signals aligning simultaneously. For a detailed explanation, see the “Multiple-Edge Trading Strategy” chapter in the Core Methodology or videos in JLawStock’s English YouTube channel.

Support (S): A price level preventing further declines. For a detailed explanation, please refer to the “M.E.T.S - Support and Resistance” chapter in the Core Methodology. 

Resistance (R): A price level preventing further advances. For a detailed explanation, please refer to the “M.E.T.S - Support and Resistance” chapter in the Core Methodology. 

Trend Resistance Line (TRL): A trendline acting as resistance during an uptrend, indicating temporary selling pressure.

Up Trend Line (UTL): A trendline connecting at least two higher lows, acting as support during an uptrend. 

Down Trend Line (DTL): A trendline connecting at least two lower highs, acting as resistance during a downtrend. 

Trend Support Line (TSL): A trendline connecting at least two lower lows, acting as short-term support during a downtrend. 

Channel Support (CS): The lower boundary of a price channel acting as support, frequently attracting buying pressure.

Channel Resistance (CR):  The upper boundary of a price channel acting as resistance, frequently attracting selling pressure.

Relative Strength (RS): A measure of how a stock performs compared to the broader market or its industry peers.

Double Top (DT): A pattern in which price forms two consecutive peaks at a similar level but fails to break higher, signaling weakening momentum and a potential trend reversal.

Double Bottom (DB): A pattern in which price forms two consecutive lows at a similar level but fails to break lower, indicating selling pressure may be exhausted and a potential rebound could follow.

Moving Average (MA): A line that shows the direction of a trend using the average price over a specific period of time, also acting as support and resistance. For a detailed explanation, see the “Multiple-Edge Trading Strategy” series in the Core Methodology.

Volatility Contraction Pattern (VCP): A price pattern characterized by progressively tightening price ranges, often signaling building pressure and the potential for a breakout.

Volume Dry Up/Contract (VDU/VC): A noticeable decline in trading volume. When price remains stable during this contraction, it often signals a period of consolidation that may precede a breakout.

Cup with Handle (CWH): A medium-term bullish continuation pattern featuring a rounded base (“cup”) followed by a brief pullback (“handle”). A breakout above the handle often signals a strong upward move.

Pivot Point (PP): A technically calculated price level used to determine potential support and resistance.

Long Edge (LE): Market conditions that favor long positions, where the overall environment supports bullish setups and higher upside probability.

Short Edge (SE): Market conditions that favor short positions, where the overall environment supports bearish setups and downside continuation.

Breakout Level (BOL): A key price level where the stock breaks significant resistance, signaling the potential start of a new trend.

Low Volume Pullback (LVP): A pullback within an uptrend that occurs on declining volume, suggesting limited selling pressure and a healthy consolidation.

High Volume Breakout (HVB): A breakout above a key resistance level (or below key support) accompanied by expanding volume, signaling strong conviction behind the move.

Overshoot / Shakeout (OS/SO): A price move that briefly breaks below support or above resistance but quickly reverses back, often designed to flush out weak holders before the trend resumes.

180-Degree Reversal(180R): A sharp and rapid change in price direction, shifting from an uptrend to a downtrend or vice versa.

Gap Fill (GF): A price move that retraces to close a previously formed gap. For details, refer to the “M.E.T.S – Candlesticks, Price Action & Volume: Gap” chapter in the Core Methodology.

Buyable Gap Up (BGU): A strong gap higher at the open, supported by heavy volume, signaling bullish demand. For details, refer to the “M.E.T.S – Candlesticks, Price Action & Volume: Gap” chapter in the Core Methodology.

Shortable Gap Down (SGD): A sharp gap lower at the open, accompanied by strong volume, signaling bearish pressure and potential short opportunities. For details, refer to the “M.E.T.S – Candlesticks, Price Action & Volume: Gap” chapter in the Core Methodology.

Momentum Move (MM): A rapid price advance or decline over a short period, supported by strong volume. For more information, refer to the “M.E.T.S – Momentum and Trend” chapter in the Core Methodology.

Initial Stop Loss (ISL): A predefined exit level set at the time of entry. If price moves against the position and reaches this level, the trade is exited immediately to control risk.

Maximum Drawdown Per Trade (MDD): The greatest decline from the highest unrealized profit to the lowest point during a trade, used to evaluate risk exposure and personal risk tolerance.

Risk-Reward Ratio (RRR): The ratio between potential profit and predefined risk (stop loss).
For example, 2:1 means the potential reward is two times the risk. A higher ratio generally improves trade attractiveness.

Measure, Review, and Adjust (MRA): A disciplined process of tracking completed trades, reviewing performance data, and refining strategy to improve future results. For details, refer to the “Measure, Review and Adjust (MRA) Trading Performance” chapter in the Core Methodology.