NeuroTrend Cloud
- Indicators
- Version: 2.0
- Updated: 25 August 2026
NeuroTrend Cloud is a trend indicator that shows you trend direction and signals, and also marks ranging phases in which it is better not to trade. Green stands for an uptrend, red for a downtrend, grey for a ranging phase without signals. The indicator adapts automatically to forex, gold, indices and cryptocurrencies and does not repaint its signals.
How the indicator works
The centerline is a KAMA (Kaufman Adaptive Moving Average). It reacts quickly in trends and slowly in choppy, ranging markets. The cloud around the centerline is based on the ATR: it widens when volatility is high and narrows when it is low, which helps you choose a reasonable stop-loss distance. When price stays close to the centerline, the line turns grey. No signals are generated inside this neutral zone.
Signals
A buy signal (BUY arrow) appears when price closes above the centerline, a sell signal (SELL arrow) when it closes below. Arrows appear only after the candle has closed and do not change afterwards. The colour of the cloud and the centerline confirms the trend direction.
New in version 2.0
- Two signal modes: Midline Cross (early signals) or Cloud Breakout (fewer signals, steadier in ranging markets)
- Centerline in green, red or grey depending on the market phase
- Signals on bar close only (can be switched off)
- Notifications via pop-up, mobile push and sound, each switchable
- Colours adapt automatically to light and dark chart themes
- Settings sorted into groups, invalid inputs corrected automatically, faster calculation
Recommended settings
The default values are ready to use: KAMA period 10, ATR period 14, ATR multiplier 1.5, neutral zone 0.4.
- Scalping M1 to M15: KAMA period 6 to 8, ATR multiplier 1.3
- Intraday M30 to H4: default values
- Swing D1 to W1: KAMA period 14 to 20, ATR multiplier 2.0
If you see too many signals in ranging markets, raise the neutral zone to 0.5 to 0.6 or select the Cloud Breakout mode.
For EA developers
Buffer 8 holds buy signals, buffer 9 holds sell signals. Without a signal the value is EMPTY_VALUE. Signals are set on bar close only.
Who is it for?
Traders who want a clear trend filter and confirmation for their entries while keeping only a few indicators on the chart. It works on all symbols and timeframes.
Note: NeuroTrend Cloud is a technical analysis tool and not a guarantee of profit. Test the indicator in the Strategy Tester or on a demo account first.
Questions and suggestions are welcome in the Comments section. I would appreciate a review.
Full user guide with all settings, the grey zone and use in an EA: https://www.mql5.com/en/blogs/post/780359
