matplotlib / matplotlib/mplfinance

Feature Request: Monthly Pivot Point Plot with Segmented Lines

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enhancement
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Python
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Description

Plotting Monthly Pivot Points with Segmented Lines. The current method add_plot creates a continuous line. Specifically when the month changes a hazy Plot is Created. This is avoided and this plot is created dynamically

    'type':'hollow_and_filled', 
    'style' : 'tradingview',

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Research direction

Start by locating the add_plot method and reviewing how monthly pivot points are currently plotted. Define how month boundaries should split the line and how the requested hollow_and_filled, tradingview style should appear; done means monthly pivot points render as segmented lines without the hazy cross-month plot.

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Assessment

Tech stack
matplotlib, python
Domain
data-visualization
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
5/5
Estimated time
Over a week
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Needs clarification
Newbie friendliness
25/100

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