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PIVOT POINTS

Pivot Point Calculator

Calculate Standard, Camarilla, and Woodie's pivot levels from yesterday's OHLC. Know your key support and resistance levels before the market opens.

Calculate Standard, Camarilla, and Woodie's pivot levels from yesterday's OHLC. Know your key support and resistance levels before the market opens.

  • Get an instant result with the exact inputs that matter for this metric.
  • Compare scenarios quickly (best case vs worst case) before taking action.
  • Understand what the output means and how traders/investors use it in practice.
  • Use it for planning and education — no login required.

Pivot Point Calculator

Resistance Levels

R324483.33+1.80%
R224316.67+1.11%
R124183.33+0.55%

Support Levels

S123883.33-0.69%
S223716.67-1.39%
S323583.33-1.94%

Pivot Point (PP)

24016.67

Spot is above pivot — bullish bias

All Levels Summary

LevelValue% from SpotDistance
R324483.33+1.80%+433.33
R224316.67+1.11%+266.67
R124183.33+0.55%+133.33
PP24016.67-0.14%-33.33
S123883.33-0.69%-166.67
S223716.67-1.39%-333.33
S323583.33-1.94%-466.67

DETAILS

About this Pivot Point Calculator

This section explains what the calculator does, what goes into the result, and how to interpret the output so you can apply it confidently.

What this tool does

Purpose

This calculator turns a few key inputs into a clear output you can act on — a number that traders and investors commonly use for planning and decision-making.

Use it to compare scenarios quickly and to understand the trade-offs behind the final result.

When it is helpful

  • To sanity-check assumptions before committing money.
  • To compare two or more scenarios side-by-side (conservative vs aggressive).
  • To convert a “feel” into a number you can plan around.
  • To learn what the metric means and how it is used in practice.

How to read the result

Interpretation

Treat the output as a planning number. Small changes in inputs (time, rate, price, quantity, risk, or cashflows) can change the outcome meaningfully — so keep assumptions realistic.

If the tool returns multiple outputs, focus on the ones that drive decisions (e.g., net result, breakeven, or risk-adjusted value), not just the biggest number.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Using overly optimistic return assumptions.
  • Ignoring fees/taxes where they matter.
  • Optimizing precision instead of making a better decision.
  • Treating the result as a prediction instead of a plan.

Example calculations and results

Example 1 (Standard pivots)

Prev High 24150, Low 23850, Close 24050, Spot 24050

PP24016.67
R1 / S124183.33 / 23883.33
R2 / S224316.67 / 23716.67
R3 / S324483.33 / 23583.33

Graphical view

S1 distance
167 pts
R1 distance
133 pts

Example 2 (Camarilla pivots)

Prev High 24150, Low 23850, Close 24050

PP24016.67
R1 / S124077.50 / 24022.50
R2 / S224105.00 / 23995.00
R3 / S324132.50 / 23967.50

Graphical view

R3–S3 range
165 pts
R1–S1 range
55 pts

HOW IT WORKS

Simple steps to get your result

1

Choose Method

Select Standard, Camarilla, or Woodie's pivot formula based on your trading style.

2

Enter Previous OHLC

Input previous session's high, low, and close (plus open for Woodie's).

3

Get S/R Levels

Instantly see Pivot Point, R1/R2/R3, and S1/S2/S3 with % distance from current spot.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which pivot formula is best?+

Standard pivots are the most widely used and respected by institutional traders. Camarilla pivots are tighter and better for intraday reversal plays. Woodie's uses today's open, making it more current.

Where do I find previous OHLC?+

NSE website shows previous day's OHLC for all indices and stocks. You can also find it on TradingView, MoneyControl, or your broker's platform.

How reliable are pivot levels?+

Pivot levels are widely followed because many traders use them simultaneously, creating self-fulfilling support/resistance. They work best in trending markets as entry/exit guides, not as standalone signals.

Should I use daily or weekly pivots?+

Intraday traders use daily pivots (calculated from previous day OHLC). Swing traders use weekly pivots. Positional traders may use monthly pivots for broader levels.

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