ICT Mean Threshold (MT) Explained

What is Mean Threshold in ICT?

A midpoint reference used in some ICT teaching contexts for a selected price range or array; terminology can overlap with equilibrium/CE.

Definition of Mean Threshold

The 50% level of the specific candle, range or array defined by the model being used.

How to identify Mean Threshold

State exactly which range or candle is being measured, then calculate its 50% level.

Bullish Mean Threshold example

price holds above the relevant midpoint after a retracement.

Bearish Mean Threshold example

price rejects below/at the midpoint on a rally.

Mean Threshold chart examples

Practical trading example

For an OB spanning 200–210, mark 205 as the mean threshold and observe whether price respects it.

Common mistakes and important notes

MT is not always used identically to equilibrium or CE. Specify the measured object and source convention.

Related ICT concepts

Part of Order Blocks and PD Arrays. New to ICT? Start with the beginner guide.