Agreed
Yes, you are absolutely right. I use Elder Alexandar’s multiple-time-frame method for my trading. I can do it using top-down analysis, which I do.
However, I have also plotted two moving averages in my system, which helped me check that the LTF is aligned with the HTF.
Here, the KISS principle means to use the required tools that help and align with our trading philosophy. When we try to add irrelevant tools or different methods/strategies, it may create Analysis Paralysis.
Update:
I came across the following post, which I think is relevant to our recent conversation, isn’t it?