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Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

This article discusses the implementation of money management method for a cross-platform expert advisor. The money management classes are responsible for the calculation of the lot size to be used for the next trade to be entered by the expert advisor.

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

The article provides an example of how to implement an indicator for drawing support and resistance lines based on formalized conditions. In addition to having a ready-to-use indicator, you will see how simple the indicator creation process is. You will also learn how to formulate conditions for drawing any desired line by changing the indicator code.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters

This article discusses the implementation of various methods of time filtering a cross-platform expert advisor. The time filter classes are responsible for checking whether or not a given time falls under a certain time configuration setting.

Published article "Sorting methods and their visualization using MQL5".

Sorting methods and their visualization using MQL5

The Graphic.mqh library has been designed to work with graphics in MQL5. The article provides an example of its practical application and explains the idea of sorting. The general concept of sorting is described here since each type of sorting already has at least one separate article, while some of sorting types are objects of detailed studies.

Published article "Creating Documentation Based on MQL5 Source Code".

Creating Documentation Based on MQL5 Source Code

This article considers creation of documentation for MQL5 code starting with the automated markup of required tags. It also provides the description of how to use the Doxygen software, how to properly configure it and how to receive results in different formats, including html, HtmlHelp and PDF.

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Custom indicators and infographics in CCanvas

Custom indicators and infographics in CCanvas

The article considers new types of indicators with more complex structural implementation. It also describes the development of pseudo-3D indicator types and dynamic infographics.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters

This article discusses the implementation of various methods of time filtering a cross-platform expert advisor. The time filter classes are responsible for checking whether or not a given time falls under a certain time configuration setting.

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

Apple products have become very popular. MetaQuotes Software Corp. attentively follows the progress of the IT industry and has already released the special mobile applications for iOS-based devices - MetaTrader 4 for iPhone and MetaTrader 5 for iPhone.There are many topics on the MQL4.community forum, where people are seeking a solution for running MetaTrader 4 under the Mac OS operating system. In this article, you will find out how to work in MetaTrader 4 via the Apple's popular operating system.

Most read articles this month

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

This article discusses the implementation of money management method for a cross-platform expert advisor. The money management classes are responsible for the calculation of the lot size to be used for the next trade to be entered by the expert advisor.

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

The article provides an example of how to implement an indicator for drawing support and resistance lines based on formalized conditions. In addition to having a ready-to-use indicator, you will see how simple the indicator creation process is. You will also learn how to formulate conditions for drawing any desired line by changing the indicator code.

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

This article will implement the ability to select text using various key combinations and deletion of the selected text, similar to the way it is done in any other text editor. In addition, we will continue to optimize the code and prepare the classes to move on to the final process of the second stage of the library's evolution, where all controls will be rendered as separate images (canvases).

Most read articles this week

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters

This article discusses the implementation of various methods of time filtering a cross-platform expert advisor. The time filter classes are responsible for checking whether or not a given time falls under a certain time configuration setting.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

This article discusses the implementation of money management method for a cross-platform expert advisor. The money management classes are responsible for the calculation of the lot size to be used for the next trade to be entered by the expert advisor.

Developing custom indicators using CCanvas class

Developing custom indicators using CCanvas class

The article deals with developing custom graphical indicators using graphical primitives of the CCanvas class.

Published article "Custom indicators and infographics in CCanvas".

Custom indicators and infographics in CCanvas

The article considers new types of indicators with more complex structural implementation. It also describes the development of pseudo-3D indicator types and dynamic infographics.

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Wolfe Waves

Wolfe Waves

The graphical method proposed by Bill Wolfe allows to detect a pattern, based on which a moment and direction for entry can be found, and also it helps forecast the target which the price should reach, as well as the time of target reaching. The article describes how to create an indicator based on a ZigZag, that would search for Wolfe Waves, and a simple Expert Advisor trading based on this indicator.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

This article discusses the implementation of money management method for a cross-platform expert advisor. The money management classes are responsible for the calculation of the lot size to be used for the next trade to be entered by the expert advisor.

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

The article provides an example of how to implement an indicator for drawing support and resistance lines based on formalized conditions. In addition to having a ready-to-use indicator, you will see how simple the indicator creation process is. You will also learn how to formulate conditions for drawing any desired line by changing the indicator code.

Most read articles this week

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

This article discusses the implementation of money management method for a cross-platform expert advisor. The money management classes are responsible for the calculation of the lot size to be used for the next trade to be entered by the expert advisor.

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

The article provides an example of how to implement an indicator for drawing support and resistance lines based on formalized conditions. In addition to having a ready-to-use indicator, you will see how simple the indicator creation process is. You will also learn how to formulate conditions for drawing any desired line by changing the indicator code.

Forecasting market movements using the Bayesian classification and indicators based on Singular Spectrum Analysis

Forecasting market movements using the Bayesian classification and indicators based on Singular Spectrum Analysis

The article considers the ideology and methodology of building a recommendatory system for time-efficient trading by combining the capabilities of forecasting with the singular spectrum analysis (SSA) and important machine learning method on the basis of Bayes' Theorem.

Published article "Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters".

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Time Filters

This article discusses the implementation of various methods of time filtering a cross-platform expert advisor. The time filter classes are responsible for checking whether or not a given time falls under a certain time configuration setting.

Published article "Developing custom indicators using CCanvas class".

Developing custom indicators using CCanvas class

The article deals with developing custom graphical indicators using graphical primitives of the CCanvas class.

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Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Wolfe Waves

Wolfe Waves

The graphical method proposed by Bill Wolfe allows to detect a pattern, based on which a moment and direction for entry can be found, and also it helps forecast the target which the price should reach, as well as the time of target reaching. The article describes how to create an indicator based on a ZigZag, that would search for Wolfe Waves, and a simple Expert Advisor trading based on this indicator.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

This article discusses the CSignal and CSignals classes which will be used in cross-platform expert advisors. It examines the differences between MQL4 and MQL5 on how particular data needed for evaluation of trade signals are accessed to ensure that the code written will be compatible with both compilers.

Most read articles this week

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

The article provides an example of how to implement an indicator for drawing support and resistance lines based on formalized conditions. In addition to having a ready-to-use indicator, you will see how simple the indicator creation process is. You will also learn how to formulate conditions for drawing any desired line by changing the indicator code.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

This article discusses the implementation of money management method for a cross-platform expert advisor. The money management classes are responsible for the calculation of the lot size to be used for the next trade to be entered by the expert advisor.

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

This article will implement the ability to select text using various key combinations and deletion of the selected text, similar to the way it is done in any other text editor. In addition, we will continue to optimize the code and prepare the classes to move on to the final process of the second stage of the library's evolution, where all controls will be rendered as separate images (canvases).

Most read articles this month

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

This article discusses the CSignal and CSignals classes which will be used in cross-platform expert advisors. It examines the differences between MQL4 and MQL5 on how particular data needed for evaluation of trade signals are accessed to ensure that the code written will be compatible with both compilers.

Wolfe Waves

Wolfe Waves

The graphical method proposed by Bill Wolfe allows to detect a pattern, based on which a moment and direction for entry can be found, and also it helps forecast the target which the price should reach, as well as the time of target reaching. The article describes how to create an indicator based on a ZigZag, that would search for Wolfe Waves, and a simple Expert Advisor trading based on this indicator.

Published article "Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management".

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Money Management

This article discusses the implementation of money management method for a cross-platform expert advisor. The money management classes are responsible for the calculation of the lot size to be used for the next trade to be entered by the expert advisor.

Published article "Forecasting market movements using the Bayesian classification and indicators based on Singular Spectrum Analysis".

Forecasting market movements using the Bayesian classification and indicators based on Singular Spectrum Analysis

The article considers the ideology and methodology of building a recommendatory system for time-efficient trading by combining the capabilities of forecasting with the singular spectrum analysis (SSA) and important machine learning method on the basis of Bayes' Theorem.

Most read articles this week

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

This article will implement the ability to select text using various key combinations and deletion of the selected text, similar to the way it is done in any other text editor. In addition, we will continue to optimize the code and prepare the classes to move on to the final process of the second stage of the library's evolution, where all controls will be rendered as separate images (canvases).

Wolfe Waves

Wolfe Waves

The graphical method proposed by Bill Wolfe allows to detect a pattern, based on which a moment and direction for entry can be found, and also it helps forecast the target which the price should reach, as well as the time of target reaching. The article describes how to create an indicator based on a ZigZag, that would search for Wolfe Waves, and a simple Expert Advisor trading based on this indicator.

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Published article "DiNapoli trading system".

DiNapoli trading system

The article describes the Fibo levels-based trading system developed by Joe DiNapoli. The idea behind the system and the main concepts are explained, as well as a simple indicator is provided as an example for more clarity.

Published article "An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines".

An example of an indicator drawing Support and Resistance lines

The article provides an example of how to implement an indicator for drawing support and resistance lines based on formalized conditions. In addition to having a ready-to-use indicator, you will see how simple the indicator creation process is. You will also learn how to formulate conditions for drawing any desired line by changing the indicator code.

Most read articles this month

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

This article discusses the CSignal and CSignals classes which will be used in cross-platform expert advisors. It examines the differences between MQL4 and MQL5 on how particular data needed for evaluation of trade signals are accessed to ensure that the code written will be compatible with both compilers.

Trading with Donchian Channels

Trading with Donchian Channels

In this article, we develop and tests several strategies based on the Donchian channel using various indicator filters. We also perform a comparative analysis of their operation.

Most read articles this week

Wolfe Waves

Wolfe Waves

The graphical method proposed by Bill Wolfe allows to detect a pattern, based on which a moment and direction for entry can be found, and also it helps forecast the target which the price should reach, as well as the time of target reaching. The article describes how to create an indicator based on a ZigZag, that would search for Wolfe Waves, and a simple Expert Advisor trading based on this indicator.

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

This article will implement the ability to select text using various key combinations and deletion of the selected text, similar to the way it is done in any other text editor. In addition, we will continue to optimize the code and prepare the classes to move on to the final process of the second stage of the library's evolution, where all controls will be rendered as separate images (canvases).

Most read articles this month

How Long Is the Trend?

How Long Is the Trend?

The article highlights several methods for trend identification aiming to determine the trend duration relative to the flat market. In theory, the trend to flat rate is considered to be 30% to 70%. This is what we'll be checking.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

This article discusses the creation of an order manager for a cross-platform expert advisor. The order manager is responsible for the entry and exit of orders or positions entered by the expert, as well as for keeping an independent record of such trades that is usable for both versions.

Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies

Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies

The article provides a brief overview of ten trend following strategies, as well as their testing results and comparative analysis. Based on the obtained results, we draw a general conclusion about the appropriateness, advantages and disadvantages of trend following trading.

Published article "Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)".

Graphical Interfaces X: Text selection in the Multiline Text box (build 13)

This article will implement the ability to select text using various key combinations and deletion of the selected text, similar to the way it is done in any other text editor. In addition, we will continue to optimize the code and prepare the classes to move on to the final process of the second stage of the library's evolution, where all controls will be rendered as separate images (canvases).

Most read articles this week

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

This article discusses the CSignal and CSignals classes which will be used in cross-platform expert advisors. It examines the differences between MQL4 and MQL5 on how particular data needed for evaluation of trade signals are accessed to ensure that the code written will be compatible with both compilers.

Wolfe Waves

Wolfe Waves

The graphical method proposed by Bill Wolfe allows to detect a pattern, based on which a moment and direction for entry can be found, and also it helps forecast the target which the price should reach, as well as the time of target reaching. The article describes how to create an indicator based on a ZigZag, that would search for Wolfe Waves, and a simple Expert Advisor trading based on this indicator.

Published article "Wolfe Waves".

Wolfe Waves

The graphical method proposed by Bill Wolfe allows to detect a pattern, based on which a moment and direction for entry can be found, and also it helps forecast the target which the price should reach, as well as the time of target reaching. The article describes how to create an indicator based on a ZigZag, that would search for Wolfe Waves, and a simple Expert Advisor trading based on this indicator.

Most read articles this month

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

The article describes the development and implementation of a class for sending signals based on pivots — reversal levels. This class is used to form a strategy applying the Standard Library. Improving the pivot strategy by adding filters is considered.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

This article discusses the creation of an order manager for a cross-platform expert advisor. The order manager is responsible for the entry and exit of orders or positions entered by the expert, as well as for keeping an independent record of such trades that is usable for both versions.

How Long Is the Trend?

How Long Is the Trend?

The article highlights several methods for trend identification aiming to determine the trend duration relative to the flat market. In theory, the trend to flat rate is considered to be 30% to 70%. This is what we'll be checking.

Most read articles this week

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

This article discusses the CSignal and CSignals classes which will be used in cross-platform expert advisors. It examines the differences between MQL4 and MQL5 on how particular data needed for evaluation of trade signals are accessed to ensure that the code written will be compatible with both compilers.

Trading with Donchian Channels

Trading with Donchian Channels

In this article, we develop and tests several strategies based on the Donchian channel using various indicator filters. We also perform a comparative analysis of their operation.

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Published article "Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC".

Analyzing Balance/Equity graphs by symbols and EAs' ORDER_MAGIC

With the introduction of hedging, MetaTrader 5 provides an excellent opportunity to trade several Expert Advisors on a single trading account simultaneously. When one strategy is profitable, while the second one is loss-making, the profit graph may hang around zero. In this case, it is useful to build the Balance and Equity graphs for each trading strategy separately.

Published article "Thomas DeMark's Sequential (TD SEQUENTIAL) using artificial intelligence".

Thomas DeMark's Sequential (TD SEQUENTIAL) using artificial intelligence

In this article, I will tell you how to successfully trade by merging a very well-known strategy and a neural network. It will be about the Thomas DeMark's Sequential strategy with the use of an artificial intelligence system. Only the first part of the strategy will be applied, using the Setup and Intersection signals.

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MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

The article describes the development and implementation of a class for sending signals based on pivots — reversal levels. This class is used to form a strategy applying the Standard Library. Improving the pivot strategy by adding filters is considered.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

This article discusses the creation of an order manager for a cross-platform expert advisor. The order manager is responsible for the entry and exit of orders or positions entered by the expert, as well as for keeping an independent record of such trades that is usable for both versions.

How Long Is the Trend?

How Long Is the Trend?

The article highlights several methods for trend identification aiming to determine the trend duration relative to the flat market. In theory, the trend to flat rate is considered to be 30% to 70%. This is what we'll be checking.

Most read articles this week

Trading with Donchian Channels

Trading with Donchian Channels

In this article, we develop and tests several strategies based on the Donchian channel using various indicator filters. We also perform a comparative analysis of their operation.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

This article discusses the creation of an order manager for a cross-platform expert advisor. The order manager is responsible for the entry and exit of orders or positions entered by the expert, as well as for keeping an independent record of such trades that is usable for both versions.

How Long Is the Trend?

How Long Is the Trend?

The article highlights several methods for trend identification aiming to determine the trend duration relative to the flat market. In theory, the trend to flat rate is considered to be 30% to 70%. This is what we'll be checking.

Published article "Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals".

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Signals

This article discusses the CSignal and CSignals classes which will be used in cross-platform expert advisors. It examines the differences between MQL4 and MQL5 on how particular data needed for evaluation of trade signals are accessed to ensure that the code written will be compatible with both compilers.

There are more than 690 articles published on site

Published article "MQL5 Cookbook - Creating a ring buffer for fast calculation of indicators in a sliding window".

MQL5 Cookbook - Creating a ring buffer for fast calculation of indicators in a sliding window

The ring buffer is the simplest and the most efficient way to arrange data when performing calculations in a sliding window. The article describes the algorithm and shows how it simplifies calculations in a sliding window and makes them more efficient.

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Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

In this article a universal trend indicator is created based on a number of standard indicators. An additionally created graphical interface allows selecting the type of indicator and adjusting its parameter. The indicator is displayed in a separate window with rows of colored icons.

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

The article describes the development and implementation of a class for sending signals based on pivots — reversal levels. This class is used to form a strategy applying the Standard Library. Improving the pivot strategy by adding filters is considered.

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

This article discusses the creation of an order manager for a cross-platform expert advisor. The order manager is responsible for the entry and exit of orders or positions entered by the expert, as well as for keeping an independent record of such trades that is usable for both versions.

Most read articles this week

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

This article discusses the creation of an order manager for a cross-platform expert advisor. The order manager is responsible for the entry and exit of orders or positions entered by the expert, as well as for keeping an independent record of such trades that is usable for both versions.

Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies

Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies

The article provides a brief overview of ten trend following strategies, as well as their testing results and comparative analysis. Based on the obtained results, we draw a general conclusion about the appropriateness, advantages and disadvantages of trend following trading.

How Long Is the Trend?

How Long Is the Trend?

The article highlights several methods for trend identification aiming to determine the trend duration relative to the flat market. In theory, the trend to flat rate is considered to be 30% to 70%. This is what we'll be checking.

Published article "Trading with Donchian Channels".

Trading with Donchian Channels

In this article, we develop and tests several strategies based on the Donchian channel using various indicator filters. We also perform a comparative analysis of their operation.

Most read articles this month

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

In this article a universal trend indicator is created based on a number of standard indicators. An additionally created graphical interface allows selecting the type of indicator and adjusting its parameter. The indicator is displayed in a separate window with rows of colored icons.

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

We continue our discussion of the patterns traders can come across while trading currency baskets. In this part, we will consider the patterns formed when using combined trend indicators. Indicators based on a currency index are to be used as the analytical tool.

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

The article describes the development and implementation of a class for sending signals based on pivots — reversal levels. This class is used to form a strategy applying the Standard Library. Improving the pivot strategy by adding filters is considered.

Most read articles this week

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

The article describes the development and implementation of a class for sending signals based on pivots — reversal levels. This class is used to form a strategy applying the Standard Library. Improving the pivot strategy by adding filters is considered.

Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies

Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies

The article provides a brief overview of ten trend following strategies, as well as their testing results and comparative analysis. Based on the obtained results, we draw a general conclusion about the appropriateness, advantages and disadvantages of trend following trading.

Ready-made Expert Advisors from the MQL5 Wizard work in MetaTrader 4

Ready-made Expert Advisors from the MQL5 Wizard work in MetaTrader 4

The article offers a simple emulator of the MetaTrader 5 trading environment for MetaTrader 4. The emulator implements migration and adjustment of trade classes of the Standard Library. As a result, Expert Advisors generated in the MetaTrader 5 Wizard can be compiled and executed in MetaTrader 4 without changes.

Published article "Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager".

Cross-Platform Expert Advisor: Order Manager

This article discusses the creation of an order manager for a cross-platform expert advisor. The order manager is responsible for the entry and exit of orders or positions entered by the expert, as well as for keeping an independent record of such trades that is usable for both versions.

Published article "How Long Is the Trend?".

How Long Is the Trend?

The article highlights several methods for trend identification aiming to determine the trend duration relative to the flat market. In theory, the trend to flat rate is considered to be 30% to 70%. This is what we'll be checking.

Published article "Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies".

Comparative Analysis of 10 Trend Strategies

The article provides a brief overview of ten trend following strategies, as well as their testing results and comparative analysis. Based on the obtained results, we draw a general conclusion about the appropriateness, advantages and disadvantages of trend following trading.

Most read articles this month

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

In this article a universal trend indicator is created based on a number of standard indicators. An additionally created graphical interface allows selecting the type of indicator and adjusting its parameter. The indicator is displayed in a separate window with rows of colored icons.

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

We continue our discussion of the patterns traders can come across while trading currency baskets. In this part, we will consider the patterns formed when using combined trend indicators. Indicators based on a currency index are to be used as the analytical tool.

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

Apple products have become very popular. MetaQuotes Software Corp. attentively follows the progress of the IT industry and has already released the special mobile applications for iOS-based devices - MetaTrader 4 for iPhone and MetaTrader 5 for iPhone.There are many topics on the MQL4.community forum, where people are seeking a solution for running MetaTrader 4 under the Mac OS operating system. In this article, you will find out how to work in MetaTrader 4 via the Apple's popular operating system.

Most read articles this week

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

The article describes the development and implementation of a class for sending signals based on pivots — reversal levels. This class is used to form a strategy applying the Standard Library. Improving the pivot strategy by adding filters is considered.

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

In this article a universal trend indicator is created based on a number of standard indicators. An additionally created graphical interface allows selecting the type of indicator and adjusting its parameter. The indicator is displayed in a separate window with rows of colored icons.

Graphical Interfaces X: Word wrapping algorithm in the Multiline Text box (build 12)

Graphical Interfaces X: Word wrapping algorithm in the Multiline Text box (build 12)

We continue to develop the Multiline Text box control. This time our task is to implement an automatic word wrapping in case a text box width overflow occurs, or a reverse word wrapping of the text to the previous line if the opportunity arises.

Most read articles this month

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

We continue our discussion of the patterns traders can come across while trading currency baskets. In this part, we will consider the patterns formed when using combined trend indicators. Indicators based on a currency index are to be used as the analytical tool.

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

In this article a universal trend indicator is created based on a number of standard indicators. An additionally created graphical interface allows selecting the type of indicator and adjusting its parameter. The indicator is displayed in a separate window with rows of colored icons.

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

Apple products have become very popular. MetaQuotes Software Corp. attentively follows the progress of the IT industry and has already released the special mobile applications for iOS-based devices - MetaTrader 4 for iPhone and MetaTrader 5 for iPhone.There are many topics on the MQL4.community forum, where people are seeking a solution for running MetaTrader 4 under the Mac OS operating system. In this article, you will find out how to work in MetaTrader 4 via the Apple's popular operating system.

Published article "MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals".

MQL5 Cookbook - Pivot trading signals

The article describes the development and implementation of a class for sending signals based on pivots — reversal levels. This class is used to form a strategy applying the Standard Library. Improving the pivot strategy by adding filters is considered.

Published article "Ready-made Expert Advisors from the MQL5 Wizard work in MetaTrader 4".

Ready-made Expert Advisors from the MQL5 Wizard work in MetaTrader 4

The article offers a simple emulator of the MetaTrader 5 trading environment for MetaTrader 4. The emulator implements migration and adjustment of trade classes of the Standard Library. As a result, Expert Advisors generated in the MetaTrader 5 Wizard can be compiled and executed in MetaTrader 4 without changes.

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Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

Universal Trend with the Graphical Interface

In this article a universal trend indicator is created based on a number of standard indicators. An additionally created graphical interface allows selecting the type of indicator and adjusting its parameter. The indicator is displayed in a separate window with rows of colored icons.

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

Patterns available when trading currency baskets. Part II

We continue our discussion of the patterns traders can come across while trading currency baskets. In this part, we will consider the patterns formed when using combined trend indicators. Indicators based on a currency index are to be used as the analytical tool.

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

MetaTrader 4 on Mac OS

Apple products have become very popular. MetaQuotes Software Corp. attentively follows the progress of the IT industry and has already released the special mobile applications for iOS-based devices - MetaTrader 4 for iPhone and MetaTrader 5 for iPhone.There are many topics on the MQL4.community forum, where people are seeking a solution for running MetaTrader 4 under the Mac OS operating system. In this article, you will find out how to work in MetaTrader 4 via the Apple's popular operating system.

Published article "Graphical Interfaces X: Word wrapping algorithm in the Multiline Text box (build 12)".

Graphical Interfaces X: Word wrapping algorithm in the Multiline Text box (build 12)

We continue to develop the Multiline Text box control. This time our task is to implement an automatic word wrapping in case a text box width overflow occurs, or a reverse word wrapping of the text to the previous line if the opportunity arises.

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