Time frames and indicator parameters

I have a question about time frames and indicators; when changing time frames, should you also adjust your indicator parameters. how do you know which indicator parameters are good for which time frame?

if i am using the stochastic with default values on a 1hr chart, will those values still be reliable when i move to a 5min. chart to find an entry?

@Nkululeko-ZN ,

It’s my understanding as you change time frames the indicators adjust by candle or bar.

For example, if you’re using a 20 SMA on a daily chart it will be based on the last 20 bars or candles in this case the last 20 days.

if you go down to a 5-minute chart it will be based on the last 20, 5 minute candles or bars.

KC

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