# Pulse Gravity Path

> Set up and read Pulse Gravity Path - forward dealer-gravity arc, window pills, expiration lens, and futures projection.

Source: https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/pulse/gravity-path (updated 2026-08-04)

**Gravity Path** is a Pulse overlay that projects a **forward dealer-gravity arc** from the current price toward the **GEX anchor** (king node). It uses the same live gamma snapshot as **GEX** and **Charm Drift**, but renders into **future whitespace** on the chart so you can see where dealer positioning suggests price may gravitate through the rest of the session (or multi-day window).

**Important:** Gravity Path is a **contextual gravity estimate - not a trade signal**. Use it with structure from [Dealer Edge](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/dealeredge/quick-start), not as a standalone entry trigger.

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## Where to turn it on

1. Open **Pulse** (`/pulse`) and load your symbol.
2. Open **Modes** on the toolbar.
3. Toggle **Gravity Path** on (same menu as GEX, Charm Drift, Net Flow).

When Gravity Path is on, two pill rows appear under the toggle:

| Control | Options | What it does |
|---------|---------|--------------|
| **Window** | **1D**, **2D**, **3D** | How far forward the arc projects (RTH-scaled bar count, through that session's **4:00 PM ET** close) |
| **Expiration lens** | **Front**, **F+2**, **F+3** | Which expiries feed the anchor and path (front expiry only vs front + next two / three) |

Your choices persist in Pulse overlay prefs (web and mobile stay in sync).

### Recommended starting setup

| Setting | Start here | Why |
|---------|------------|-----|
| **Window** | **1D** | Same-session read for intraday structure |
| **Expiration lens** | **Front** | Cleanest 0DTE / front-week magnet for day trades |
| **Timeframe** | **5m** | Matches the [Charm + Pulse workflow](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/dealeredge/dealeredge-charm-pulse-workflow) baseline |
| **Companion overlays** | **GEX + Charm Drift** | Levels on chart + time-decay context before trusting the arc |

Move to **2D** or **3D** when you want a swing-style horizon (through tomorrow or day-after close). Use **F+2** or **F+3** when front expiry is thin and you want the path to reflect the next monthly / weekly stack.

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## What you see on the chart

Gravity Path draws **into the right-side forward zone** (about 25% of the visible window). The chart shifts so candles stay readable and the arc has room to breathe.

| Element | Meaning |
|---------|---------|
| **Vertical "now" line** | Last completed / forming bar - everything to the right is projection |
| **Cyan arc** | Smooth path from spot through defense strikes toward the **anchor** |
| **Soft shaded band** | Upper and lower bounds from the strongest gamma strikes above/below spot in your expiration lens |
| **Target dot** | Path endpoint at the anchor price |
| **Pill labels** (`$612 · 18.2%`) | Strike price + **share of total \|gamma\|** in the lens - brighter pill = anchor target |
| **Footer chip** (below chart) | Active config summary, e.g. `2D · front + 2 · through Wed 4:00 PM ET · 5m checkpoints` |

The arc is built from:

1. **Spot** (current price)
2. **Defense lines** between spot and anchor (from aggregated gamma)
3. **Anchor** (strongest \|gamma\| strike in the lens)
4. A subtle **charm tilt** toward the strongest \|charm\| strike in the lens (blended toward the end of the path - on by default in the engine)

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## How to read it (60-second template)

Say this **after** your normal GEX + Charm read from Dealer Edge:

```
Spot is [above/below] Anchor [X]. Gravity Path arcs [up/down] toward [X]
through [1D/2D/3D window], using [Front / F+2 / F+3] gamma.
The wedge bands sit between [lower] and [upper]. Path [agrees / conflicts]
with Charm Drift at [Z]. I treat the arc as context, not a forecast -
I still need price to respect structure before sizing.
```

### Bullish pinning context

- Spot **below** anchor, path curves **up** toward anchor
- **GEX Rating 4-5**, price **above** Flip
- Charm Drift **below** spot or aligned toward anchor
- Path band is **tight** - pin-friendly day

**Use:** Pullbacks toward defense / lower wedge band with anchor as magnet - not random mid-range chase.

### Volatile / breakdown context

- Spot **above** anchor, path curves **down**
- **GEX Rating 1-2**, price **below** Flip
- Path band is **wide** or spot already outside the wedge
- Arc **conflicts** with Charm Drift

**Use:** Reduce size, shorter holds, do not treat the arc as a slow pin target.

### When the arc looks flat

If spot is almost on top of the anchor, you may see a **dashed forward guide** instead of a steep arc - dealers are already at the magnet. Switch to **GEX lines** and **Charm Drift** for nuance; Gravity Path adds less value until spot separates from anchor again.

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## Settings deep dive

### Window (1D / 2D / 3D)

| Window | Projects through | Best for |
|--------|------------------|----------|
| **1D** | Today's **4:00 PM ET** close | 0DTE / intraday pinning and fades |
| **2D** | Next session **4:00 PM ET** | Overnight hold + next-day magnet |
| **3D** | Second forward session close | Short swing context (still not a multi-week forecast) |

Forward bar count scales with your **timeframe** (more bars on 1m, fewer on 1H). The footer chip shows the through-time in ET.

### Expiration lens (Front / F+2 / F+3)

| Lens | Aggregates | Best for |
|------|------------|----------|
| **Front** | Nearest expiry only | 0DTE, same-day pin, clearest single magnet |
| **F+2** (front + 2) | Front three expiries | Weekly + front month blend |
| **F+3** (front + 3) | Front four expiries | When monthly structure matters more than 0DTE noise |

The anchor, defense lines, wedge bounds, and pill percentages all recompute from the selected lens. If **Front** flickers on a name with heavy back-month gamma, try **F+2**.

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## Equities vs futures

| Symbol type | Gravity Path |
|-------------|--------------|
| **Equities / index underlyings** (SPY, QQQ, AAPL, SPX where available) | Full gamma from Dealer Edge snapshot |
| **Futures roots with projection** | **ES, MES** → SPX gamma projected onto futures price; **NQ, MNQ** → NDX; **RTY** → RUT; **YM** → DJX (strike scale adjusted) |
| **Other futures** | Gravity Path hidden (no projected gamma spec) |

Futures projection uses the same **basis math** as [Futures Echo Map](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/futures/echo-map-guide) - index levels shifted onto the futures axis. Turn **Auto: Live** on for the freshest basis on forming bars.

Equity-only overlays (Net Flow, Dark Pool, full Charm shelf) may still be hidden on futures roots; Gravity Path is the dealer-context exception where projection exists.

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## Setup checklist

1. Complete [Dealer Edge GEX](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/dealeredge/quick-start) + [Charm lens](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/dealeredge/charm-lens) for the symbol.
2. Open **Pulse**, same symbol, **5m**, **RTH**, **Auto: Live**.
3. **Modes** → **GEX** + **Charm Drift** on (equities).
4. **Modes** → **Gravity Path** on → pick **1D** + **Front** to start.
5. Confirm footer chip window matches your intent.
6. Read arc direction vs Anchor and Flip **before** adding Net Flow or Dark Pool as filters.

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## Common mistakes

| Mistake | Fix |
|---------|-----|
| Treating the arc as a guaranteed target | Use as **context** with GEX Rating, Flip, and Charm agreement |
| **3D + F+3** on a 0DTE scalp | Over-smooths - drop to **1D + Front** |
| Gravity Path without **GEX** on | Turn GEX on so levels and arc share one snapshot |
| Ignoring the footer chip | Chip confirms window, lens, and through-time - read it every toggle |
| Expecting Gravity Path on **CL / GC / ZN** | No projection spec - use [Echo Map](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/futures/echo-map-guide) instead |

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## Related

- [Pulse Quick Start](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/pulse/quick-start) - overlays, Modes menu, futures live ticks
- [Charm + Pulse Workflow](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/dealeredge/dealeredge-charm-pulse-workflow) - daily routine before Gravity Path
- [Anchor, Flip, and Defense Lines](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/dealeredge/anchor-points-defense-lines) - what the arc targets
- [GEX Rating System](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/dealeredge/gex-rating-system) - pin vs volatile day type
- [Gamma on Futures](https://tradeecho.com/docs/features/futures/gamma-on-futures) - how index gamma maps to ES/NQ

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