One of the most popular ways to use Stochastics is divergences. A divergence takes place when the price and the stochastics diverge from following the same path. For example, if the price makes a new low but the stochastics don’t, it is a divergence. In the same way, if the stochastics make a new high and the price doesn’t, it is again a divergence.
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You must learn how to use Stochastics in your forex trading. Many traders use it incorrectly. It is a very good indicator that if used properly can be highly profitable. Stochastics is based on two plot %K and %D. %K is the fast moving plot while %D is the slow moving plot. K is calculated using this formula; K=100*(C-L)(H-L). C, L and H are the Close, High and the Low of 14 days period. %K is the 3 day MA ( Moving Average) and %D is the 3 day MA ( Moving Average) of %K.