FluxGate Precision -- Complete User Guide
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FluxGate Precision -- Complete User Guide

27 April 2026, 09:11
Kestutis Balciunas
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Introduction

The FluxGate Precision Indicator is a professional Fibonacci-based trend detection system with ATR-adaptive take-profit and stop-loss management. It identifies trend transitions using Fibonacci retracement thresholds, generates non-repainting BUY and SELL signals on confirmed bars, and automatically constructs a multi-target TP/SL framework using either ATR-scaled distances or fixed percentage offsets. A built-in progressive break-even system trails your stop as each target is hit, and a live on-chart dashboard displays every level, status, and trade outcome in real time.

Key Features:

  • Fibonacci Trend Detection: Signals fire when price crosses above the upper Fibonacci threshold (BUY) or below the lower threshold (SELL), using a configurable analysis window
  • ATR-Adaptive TP/SL: Take-profit and stop-loss levels automatically scale to current volatility via ATR
  • Up to 4 Take-Profit Levels: Configure 1 to 4 independent TP targets with individual ATR multipliers. Disable any target by setting its multiplier to 0
  • Progressive Break-Even: When enabled, the stop-loss trails forward as each TP is reached
  • Manual Percentage Mode: Optionally disable ATR and set TP/SL as fixed percentage offsets from entry
  • Non-Repainting Signals: All decisions are made on confirmed (closed) bars only
  • Live Dashboard: Real-time panel showing signal direction, entry price, all TP/SL levels, hit status, and current trade outcome
  • 8 Alert Events: BUY/SELL signals, TP1-TP4 hit, Stop Loss hit, and Break Even triggered -- via popup, sound, push, and email
  • Universal Compatibility: Works on any market and any timeframe (M1 to Monthly)

Download the indicator:

TIP: A free demo version is available for testing before purchase. Always combine indicator signals with proper position sizing and risk management -- never risk more than 1-2% of your account on a single trade.

Understanding Fibonacci Trend Detection

How Fibonacci Levels Drive Signal Generation

The FluxGate Precision Indicator uses Fibonacci retracement mathematics as the foundation of its trend detection engine. It calculates dynamic Fibonacci levels from the highest high and lowest low within a rolling analysis window, then monitors price position relative to these levels to determine trend direction.

On each bar, the indicator computes three reference lines:

  1. Fib High Line -- The upper Fibonacci retracement level:  Highest High - Range x Fib High Sensitivity . With the default 23.6%, this line sits close to the top of the range.

  2. Trend Line (50%) -- The midpoint of the range, always at the 50% retracement level. This is the central reference for determining bullish or bearish territory.

  3. Fib Low Line -- The lower Fibonacci retracement level:  Highest High - Range x Fib Low Sensitivity . With the default 78.6%, this line sits closer to the bottom.

Signal Conditions

A BUY signal fires when the confirmed bar's close is at or above BOTH the Trend Line and the Fib High Line, AND the indicator is not already in a bullish state. A SELL signal fires when the confirmed bar's close is at or below BOTH the Trend Line and the Fib Low Line, AND the indicator is not already in a bearish state.

This dual-threshold approach filters out weak breakouts -- price must clear both the midpoint and the Fibonacci threshold on the same bar.

Non-Repainting Guarantee

All signal decisions are made on confirmed (closed) bars only -- the indicator processes bars at  shift >= 1 , never the current forming bar. Once a signal arrow appears on the chart, it will never move or disappear. What you see on historical charts is exactly what the indicator produced in real time.

NOTE: The trend state machine ensures that consecutive signals of the same type are suppressed. A BUY signal cannot fire while the indicator is already bullish, and vice versa. This prevents signal clustering during strong trends.

Installation Guide

For MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5

The FluxGate Precision Indicator is distributed through the MQL5.com Market platform. Installation is automatic -- no manual file copying is required.

  1. Purchase or download the indicator from the MQL5.com Market product page:

  2. The indicator installs automatically via the MQL5.com platform after purchase
  3. Restart MetaTrader or press Ctrl+N and right-click "Indicators" to Refresh the Navigator panel
  4. Find the indicator in Navigator > Indicators > Market
  5. Drag and drop the indicator onto any chart, or double-click to apply

After applying, you will see:

  • Fibonacci Lines: Yellow Fib High and Fib Low lines flanking the green (bullish) or red (bearish) trend line
  • Signal Arrows: Green upward arrows for BUY signals, red downward arrows for SELL signals
  • TP/SL Lines: Horizontal entry, stop-loss, and take-profit lines extending from each signal bar
  • Dashboard Panel: A compact panel in the upper-right corner displaying all trade session data

IMPORTANT: A free demo version is available for testing on a demo account with full functionality.

Signal System Overview

Arrow Display

When a new trend transition is detected, the indicator draws a color-coded arrow on the signal bar:

  • BUY Signal (Green Arrow): Upward arrow below the low of the signal bar, colored green (#00C853). Indicates a transition from bearish to bullish.
  • SELL Signal (Red Arrow): Downward arrow above the high of the signal bar, colored red (#FF1744). Indicates a transition from bullish to bearish.

The arrow is offset from the bar's extreme by half the ATR value (minimum 10 points). Arrow visibility can be toggled using the Show Signal Labels parameter.

When a signal fires, the indicator creates a new trade session -- a tracked period during which entry, TP/SL levels, and break-even progression are monitored. The session remains active until all targets are hit, the stop-loss triggers, break-even is hit, or a new opposite signal fires.

Fibonacci Threshold Logic

The indicator computes Fibonacci levels dynamically on every bar using the highest high and lowest low within the Analysis Window (default: 44 bars).

  • Fib High determines the upper breakout threshold. 23.6% (default) sits close to the range high; 38.2% requires a stronger move.
  • Fib Low determines the lower breakdown threshold. 78.6% (default) requires a deeper move; 61.8% is more sensitive.

Trend State Machine

The indicator maintains a persistent trend state across bars, preventing duplicate signals and ensuring clean BUY/SELL alternation. The trend line changes color to reflect the current state: green during bullish trends, red during bearish trends. Fib High and Fib Low lines remain yellow throughout.


Fibonacci Settings

Parameter Table

Parameter Type Default Options Description
Analysis Window int 44 Any positive integer Number of bars used to calculate highest high and lowest low for Fibonacci levels. Larger values create smoother, slower-reacting levels
Fib High Sensitivity enum 23.6 (More Sensitive) 23.6 (More Sensitive), 38.2 (Less Sensitive) Upper Fibonacci retracement percentage. Controls how close to the range high the BUY threshold sits
Fib Low Sensitivity enum 78.6 (More Sensitive) 61.8 (Less Sensitive), 78.6 (More Sensitive) Lower Fibonacci retracement percentage. Controls how close to the range low the SELL threshold sits

Analysis Window Explained

The Analysis Window determines the lookback period for identifying the highest high and lowest low that define the Fibonacci range:

  • Smaller values (20-30): More signals but higher false-positive rate, as the range contracts and expands rapidly.
  • Default value (44): Balanced lookback that captures meaningful swing highs and lows without overreacting to noise.
  • Larger values (60-100): Fewer, higher-quality signals that capture more meaningful trend transitions.

Fib High and Fib Low Explained

  • Fib High at 23.6% places the BUY threshold near the top of the range -- price must be near the high to trigger.
  • Fib High at 38.2% is more permissive, allowing earlier BUY signals.
  • Fib Low at 78.6% places the SELL threshold near the bottom -- price must fall deeply to trigger.
  • Fib Low at 61.8% is more permissive, allowing earlier SELL signals.

TIP: For trending markets, the default 23.6/78.6 works well. For range-bound instruments, try 38.2/61.8 for earlier entries closer to the midpoint.

TP/SL Configuration -- ATR Mode

Overview

When Use ATR-Based TP/SL is enabled (default: true), all take-profit and stop-loss levels are calculated using the ATR as a volatility multiplier. Levels automatically widen during high volatility and tighten during low volatility.

ATR Calculation Formula

The indicator computes an ATR ratio by dividing the ATR value by the current close price:

atrRatio = ATR(period) / Close

Each level is then calculated as a percentage offset from entry:

  • BUY: TP = Close x (1 + atrRatio x Multiplier), SL = Close x (1 - atrRatio x Multiplier)
  • SELL: TP = Close x (1 - atrRatio x Multiplier), SL = Close x (1 + atrRatio x Multiplier)

Parameter Table

Parameter Type Default Description
Use ATR-Based TP/SL bool true When enabled, TP/SL levels use ATR-scaled distances. When disabled, manual percentage settings are used
ATR Period int 14 Number of bars for ATR calculation. Standard values: 14, 20, or 50
SL Multiplier double 1.5 ATR multiplier for stop-loss distance
TP1 Multiplier double 1.0 ATR multiplier for Take Profit 1 (closest target)
TP2 Multiplier double 2.0 ATR multiplier for Take Profit 2. Set to 0 to disable
TP3 Multiplier double 0.0 ATR multiplier for Take Profit 3. Default 0 (disabled)
TP4 Multiplier double 0.0 ATR multiplier for Take Profit 4. Default 0 (disabled)
Break Even bool true When enabled, the stop-loss progressively trails forward as take-profit levels are hit

How Multipliers Work

Consider a EURUSD BUY signal at 1.10000 with ATR of 0.00550 (50 pips):

  • atrRatio = 0.00550 / 1.10000 = 0.005
  • SL (1.5x): 1.10000 x 0.9925 = 1.09175 (82.5 pips below)
  • TP1 (1.0x): 1.10000 x 1.005 = 1.10550 (55 pips above)
  • TP2 (2.0x): 1.10000 x 1.010 = 1.11100 (110 pips above)

Disabling Take-Profit Levels

Set any TP multiplier to 0 to disable that level. The dashboard and chart will only show active levels. Default setup uses TP1 and TP2 only (TP3 = 0, TP4 = 0).

TP/SL Configuration -- Manual Mode

Overview

When Use ATR-Based TP/SL is set to false, the indicator switches to manual percentage mode. Each TP/SL level is calculated as a fixed percentage offset from entry, regardless of current volatility.

Calculation Formula

  • BUY: TP = Close x (1 + Percentage / 100), SL = Close x (1 - Percentage / 100)
  • SELL: TP = Close x (1 - Percentage / 100), SL = Close x (1 + Percentage / 100)

Parameter Table

Parameter Type Default Description
Manual SL % double 0.8 Stop-loss distance as a percentage of entry price
Manual TP1 % double 0.65 Take Profit 1 distance as a percentage of entry price
Manual TP2 % double 1.1 Take Profit 2 distance as a percentage. Set to 0 to disable
Manual TP3 % double 0.0 Take Profit 3 distance. Default 0 (disabled)
Manual TP4 % double 0.0 Take Profit 4 distance. Default 0 (disabled)

NOTE: Use ATR mode (default) when you trade multiple instruments or want auto-adapting levels. Use Manual mode when you want fixed, predictable risk percentages or have calibrated optimal levels for a single instrument.

Example Calculation

BUY signal on EURUSD at 1.10000 with Manual SL = 0.8%, TP1 = 0.65%, TP2 = 1.1%:

  • SL: 1.10000 x (1 - 0.008) = 1.09120 (88 pips below)
  • TP1: 1.10000 x (1 + 0.0065) = 1.10715 (71.5 pips above)
  • TP2: 1.10000 x (1 + 0.011) = 1.11210 (121 pips above)

Break-Even System

How Progressive Break-Even Works

When the Break Even parameter is enabled (default: true), the stop-loss progressively trails forward as each take-profit level is reached, protecting accumulated profits while allowing remaining targets to run.

Progression Table

Event Stop-Loss Moves To Effect
TP1 Hit Entry price Eliminates risk -- trade is now at break-even
TP2 Hit TP1 price Locks in TP1-level profit
TP3 Hit TP2 price Locks in TP2-level profit
TP4 Hit Trade closes All four targets reached

How It Works in Practice

Consider a BUY at 1.26000 with TP1 = 1.26500, TP2 = 1.27000, TP3 = 1.27500, SL = 1.25250:

  1. Signal fires. Entry at 1.26000, SL at 1.25250 (75 pips risk).
  2. TP1 hit (1.26500). Stop moves to 1.26000 (entry). Trade is now risk-free.
  3. TP2 hit (1.27000). Stop moves to 1.26500 (TP1). Minimum profit = 50 pips.
  4. TP3 hit (1.27500). Stop moves to 1.27000 (TP2). Minimum profit = 100 pips.

Interaction with Disabled TP Levels

The progression adapts to active TP levels:

Active TPs Break-Even Progression
TP1 only TP1 hit moves stop to entry. No further progression.
TP1 + TP2 TP1 hit moves stop to entry. TP2 hit moves stop to TP1.
TP1 + TP2 + TP3 Full three-stage progression.
All four Full four-stage progression. TP4 hit closes the trade entirely.

When to Disable Break-Even

Setting Break Even to false keeps the stop-loss fixed at its original level throughout the session. Appropriate when you prefer manual stop management, or when backtesting raw signal quality without trailing interference.

NOTE: Break-even is evaluated on confirmed bars, not the signal bar itself.

Display Settings

Parameter Table

Parameter Type Default Description
Show TP/SL Lines bool true Draws horizontal lines for Entry (gray), Stop Loss (red, dashed), and TP levels (green, dashed). Filled rectangles appear when TP or SL is hit
Show Signal Labels bool true BUY and SELL signal arrows appear on the chart. Disabling hides arrows but does not affect signal logic or alerts
Show Dashboard bool true Real-time dashboard panel in the upper-right corner. Disabling removes the panel but does not affect signals or alerts
Max Visual History int 500 Maximum bars back to retain visual objects. Sessions older than this are cleaned up. Does not affect signal calculation

Managing Chart Performance

For fast timeframes (M1, M5), reducing Max Visual History to 200-300 improves redraw performance. On higher timeframes (H4, D1), 500-1000 is appropriate. Toggling Show TP/SL Lines to false dramatically reduces chart objects while preserving arrows and dashboard.

Visual Elements per Session

Object Description
Entry line + label Solid gray horizontal line at entry price
SL line + label Dashed red line at stop-loss price
TP1-TP4 lines + labels Dashed green lines at active TP levels
Fill rectangles Green fill for TP hit, red fill for SL hit

Lines extend from the signal bar to the current bar (active sessions) or session close bar (completed sessions).

Dashboard Guide

Layout and Position

The dashboard is a compact, dark-themed panel (#0D1117 background) in the upper-right corner of the chart, using Consolas monospaced font. It automatically repositions when the chart is resized.

Dashboard Rows

Row Label Content Color
1 (copyright) forexobroker.com Gray
2 (title) FluxGate Precision Green (#00C853)
3 Signal "^ LONG" or "v SHORT" or "-" Green/Red/Gray
4 Entry Entry price or "-" White
5 Stop Loss SL price + status Red (#FF1744)
6-9 TP1-TP4 TP price + status (only if active) Green (#00C853)
10 Status Current trade outcome Variable

Status Indicators

Symbol Meaning
- Pending -- level not yet hit
V Hit -- price reached this level
X Stopped out -- SL triggered

Status Row Values

Status Text Color Meaning
Awaiting Signal Orange No active session
Active Green Trade session is live
All TPs Hit Orange All active take-profits reached
Stopped Out Red Stop-loss triggered
Break Even Hit Orange Break-even level reached
Trend Change Orange Opposite signal closed session

The dashboard automatically adjusts height based on active TP levels.


TIP: The dashboard always displays the most recent trade session. Historical session data is preserved via TP/SL lines and fill rectangles on the chart.

Alert Configuration

Alert Channels

Parameter Type Default Description
Enable Popup Alerts bool true Displays a popup dialog in MetaTrader
Enable Sound Alerts bool true Plays  alert.wav  from the Sounds folder
Enable Push Notifications bool false Sends push notification to MetaTrader mobile app
Enable Email Alerts bool false Sends email with alert details

Alert Events

Event Alert Message Example
BUY Signal FluxGate BUY signal on EURUSD H1
SELL Signal FluxGate SELL signal on EURUSD H1
TP1-TP4 Hit FluxGate TP1 Hit on EURUSD H1
SL Hit FluxGate SL Hit on EURUSD H1
Break Even FluxGate Break Even on EURUSD H1

Alerts fire only on confirmed bars and only after the initial history calculation is complete, preventing floods when the indicator first loads.

Setup

Push Notifications: Install the MetaTrader mobile app, find your MetaQuotes ID in Settings, enter it in desktop MetaTrader under Tools > Options > Notifications, and set Enable Push Notifications to true.

Email Alerts: Configure your SMTP settings in Tools > Options > Email, send a test email, and set Enable Email Alerts to true.

Trading Strategies

Strategy A: Scalping (M5 - M15)

Setup: Analysis Window: 30 | TP1: 0.8 | TP2: 1.5 | TP3-TP4: 0 | SL: 1.0 | Break Even: true | Fib: 38.2/61.8

Workflow: Wait for a signal arrow on M5/M15, enter at the next bar open, monitor dashboard for TP1 hit (trade moves to break-even), let TP2 run or close if momentum fades. Exit immediately on "Trend Change" status. Best on high-liquidity pairs (EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY) where spreads are tight relative to TP distances.

Strategy B: Swing Trading (H1 - H4)

Setup: Analysis Window: 44 | TP1: 1.0 | TP2: 2.0 | TP3: 3.0 | TP4: 4.0 | SL: 1.5 | Break Even: true | Fib: 23.6/78.6

Workflow: Wait for a signal on H1/H4, verify TP/SL levels on the dashboard, enter with position sized so SL represents 1-2% account risk. As each TP is hit, break-even locks in progressive profits. Works across all asset classes -- Forex, metals, indices, crypto. ATR-adaptive levels auto-calibrate to each instrument's volatility.

Strategy C: Alert-Based Remote Trading

Setup: H1 or H4 timeframe | Push Notifications: true | Email Alerts: true | Default TP/SL settings

Workflow: Apply the indicator, configure push and email alerts. When a signal alert arrives, open the MetaTrader mobile app, review levels, execute manually. Monitor TP/SL hit alerts to manage the position. Best on H1+ where you have time to react.

WARNING: No indicator signal guarantees a profitable trade. Always apply your own analysis, risk management, and position sizing discipline. The indicator is a decision-support tool, not an automated trading system.


Parameter Tuning Presets

Scalping Preset (M5 - M15)

Parameter Value Rationale
Analysis Window 30 Shorter lookback for faster signal response
Fib High Sensitivity 38.2 (Less Sensitive) Easier entry threshold for quicker signals
Fib Low Sensitivity 61.8 (Less Sensitive) Easier exit threshold
ATR Period 14 Standard
SL Multiplier 1.0 Tighter stop for shorter time in trade
TP1 Multiplier 0.8 Close first target quickly
TP2 Multiplier 1.5 Moderate second target
TP3/TP4 0.0 Disabled
Break Even true Essential against whipsaws

Swing Preset (H1 - H4)

Parameter Value Rationale
Analysis Window 44 Default captures meaningful swing structures
Fib High/Low 23.6 / 78.6 Strict breakout/breakdown entry
ATR Period 14 Standard
SL Multiplier 1.5 Room for intraday noise
TP1 Multiplier 1.0 First target at 1x ATR ratio
TP2 Multiplier 2.0 Second target at 2x
TP3 Multiplier 3.0 Extended moves
TP4 Multiplier 4.0 Trend-following runners
Break Even true Progressive trailing at each stage

Conservative Preset (D1 - W1)

Parameter Value Rationale
Analysis Window 60 Longer lookback for major trend identification
Fib High/Low 23.6 / 78.6 Strict -- only confirmed major breakouts
ATR Period 20 Smoother daily ATR
SL Multiplier 2.0 Wide stop for daily noise tolerance
TP1 Multiplier 1.5 Initial momentum capture
TP2 Multiplier 3.0 Trend continuation
TP3 Multiplier 5.0 Extended target for strong trends
TP4 Multiplier 0.0 Three targets sufficient
Break Even true Protects against reversals on larger timeframes

TIP: These presets are starting points. Monitor performance on your specific instruments for 2-4 weeks on a demo account before committing real capital.

Complete Parameter Reference

The FluxGate Precision Indicator has 24 input parameters organized into 5 groups.

# Parameter Type Default Category
1 Analysis Window int 44 Signal Settings
2 Fib High Sensitivity enum 23.6 (More Sensitive) Signal Settings
3 Fib Low Sensitivity enum 78.6 (More Sensitive) Signal Settings
4 Use ATR-Based TP/SL bool true TP/SL Settings
5 ATR Period int 14 TP/SL Settings
6 SL Multiplier double 1.5 TP/SL Settings
7 TP1 Multiplier double 1.0 TP/SL Settings
8 TP2 Multiplier double 2.0 TP/SL Settings
9 TP3 Multiplier double 0.0 TP/SL Settings
10 TP4 Multiplier double 0.0 TP/SL Settings
11 Break Even bool true TP/SL Settings
12 Manual SL % double 0.8 Manual TP/SL
13 Manual TP1 % double 0.65 Manual TP/SL
14 Manual TP2 % double 1.1 Manual TP/SL
15 Manual TP3 % double 0.0 Manual TP/SL
16 Manual TP4 % double 0.0 Manual TP/SL
17 Show TP/SL Lines bool true Display
18 Show Signal Labels bool true Display
19 Show Dashboard bool true Display
20 Max Visual History int 500 Display
21 Enable Popup Alerts bool true Alerts
22 Enable Push Notifications bool false Alerts
23 Enable Email Alerts bool false Alerts
24 Enable Sound Alerts bool true Alerts


Troubleshooting

No Signals Appearing on the Chart

  • Insufficient history. The indicator needs at least  Analysis Window + 2  bars. Go to Tools > Options > Charts and increase max bars.
  • Range-bound market. If price is not reaching Fibonacci thresholds, no signals fire. Try a shorter Analysis Window (e.g., 30).
  • Show Signal Labels disabled. Arrows are hidden but signals still fire internally (dashboard updates).

TP/SL Lines Missing

  • Show TP/SL Lines is disabled. Set to true in settings.
  • No active session. Lines only appear when a trade session exists. Check dashboard for "Awaiting Signal" status.
  • Session too old. Last signal fired more than Max Visual History bars ago. Increase the value or wait for a new signal.

Dashboard Not Showing

  • Show Dashboard disabled. Set to true.
  • Chart too narrow. The dashboard requires approximately 280 pixels of horizontal space. Widen the chart window.

Alerts Not Firing

  • All channels disabled. Verify at least one of Popup, Sound, Push, or Email is true.
  • History calculation. Alerts are suppressed during the initial history pass. They only fire on new, live bars.
  • Push/Email not configured. Verify MetaQuotes ID in Tools > Options > Notifications or SMTP settings in Tools > Options > Email.

MT4 vs MT5 Differences

Both versions use identical signal logic, TP/SL calculations, and break-even progression. Differences are purely technical:

Aspect MT4 MT5
File extension .ex4 .ex5
ATR calculation iATR()  returns value directly Handle-based with  CopyBuffer
Parameter grouping Flat list input group  visual grouping

Visual output, parameter defaults, signals, and dashboard layout are identical on both platforms.

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