How to map structure

When trading the markets structure is key. This helps you know what trend you are in and will help you identify which direction to trade in. Here's a simple diagram of how to map it. When we get a break of a high we track back to the furthest point before the break. Then when we get a decent sized pull back in comparison to the break we can then mark out the high. Then you just repeat these steps every time you get a break. Now lets look at a more realistic diagram .

As we all know the markets don't move in a simple 123 pattern. There will be times where the pull back will be more complex. However the same rules apply. Once you have the BOS track back to the furthest point before the break that will be your low. Then when you get a decent pull back compared to the break then you can mark out the high.