Exp Adaptive CG Oscillator x2 Trend Trading System
Info
The Exp Adaptive CG Oscillator x2 Trend Trading System is a Expert Advisor for MetaTrader 5 that this trend trading system utilizes signals from two indicators to identify trade opportunities. The first indicator establishes the direction of the slow trend by analyzing the position of its main and signal lines.
Usage
This tool is typically used for trend following strategies across multiple currency pairs.
Platform
This Expert Advisor works exclusively on MetaTrader 5 (both build 600+ and newer versions).
Setup
Place the downloaded file in MQL5/Experts folder via File ? Open Data Folder in MetaTrader 5.
How to Install and Use Exp Adaptive CG Oscillator x2 Trend Trading System
1. Installation: Open the "File" menu, select "Open Data Folder," navigate to MQL/Experts, paste your file, and restart the terminal.
2. Activation: Drag the EA from the Navigator onto a chart, ensure "Allow live trading" is checked in the Common tab, and verify the AutoTrading button is green.
3. Optimization: Right-click your chart, choose "Expert List," click "Properties" to adjust inputs, and save your preferred setup as a set file for future use.
4. Maintenance: Regularly check the "Experts" tab in the terminal window to monitor trade logs and potential execution errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is my EA not opening trades? A: Check the "AutoTrading" button, ensure "Allow live trading" is enabled, and verify your broker allows automated trading on your account type.
Q: Can I run multiple EAs on one chart? A: No, each chart can only host one active EA; however, you can open multiple charts for different currency pairs to run several EAs.
Q: What does the "smiley face" icon mean? A: A smiley face in the top-right corner of the chart indicates the EA is successfully running; a frowny face means it is disabled.
What this tool does
This trend trading system utilizes signals from two indicators to identify trade opportunities.
Typical Use Case
This Expert Advisor excels in trend following on MetaTrader 5.
Compatible Platform & Setup
This Expert Advisor works on MetaTrader 5. Place the file in the MQL5/Experts folder and restart the terminal.
Description & Settings
Related: MQL5 Wizard: Trading Signals with Morning/Evening Stars and Stochastic Oscillator - another powerful expert for MetaTrader 5 traders.
This trend trading system utilizes signals from two indicators to identify trade opportunities.Also recommended: EXP Adaptive Cyber Cycle - similar expert with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
The first indicator establishes the direction of the slow trend by analyzing the position of its main and signal lines.
The second indicator pinpoints trade entry moments based on line crosses or touches.
A signal is generated upon the closing of a bar if two conditions are met:
- The fast and slow trend directions align.
- The direction of the fast trend has reversed.
Expert Advisor Input Parameters:
Trade Management:
- Lot Size (mm): 0.1 (default)
- Lot Size Detection Method (mmMode): lot (default)
- Stop Loss (stopLoss_): 1000 points (default)
- Take Profit (takeProfit_): 2000 points (default)
Trade Permissions:
- Maximum Price Deviation (deviation_): 10 points (default)
- Allow Long Position Entry (buyPosOpen): true (default)
- Allow Short Position Entry (sellPosOpen): true (default)
Filter Indicator Parameters (Slow Trend):
- Trend Timeframe (timeframe): H6 (default)
- Indicator Smoothing Ratio (alpha): 0.07 (default)
- Signal Bar Index (signalBar): 1 (default)
- Allow Long Position Exit by Trend (buyPosClose): true (default)
- Allow Short Position Exit by Trend (sellPosClose): true (default)
Entry Indicator Parameters (Fast Trend):
- Entry Timeframe (timeframe_): M30 (default)
- Indicator Smoothing Ratio (alpha_): 0.07 (default)
- Signal Bar Index (signalBar_): 1 (default)
- Allow Long Position Exit by Signal (buyPosClose_): false (default)
- Allow Short Position Exit by Signal (sellPosClose_): false (default)
Note: Text within input parameter names in the code is for improved visualization within the Expert Advisor's input window.
The adaptivecgoscillator_cloud_htf indicators within this EA are for visualization purposes in the Strategy Tester only and are inactive in other operating modes.
Ensure that the compiled files adaptivecgoscillator.ex5, cycleperiod.ex5, and adaptivecgoscillator_cloud_htf.ex5 are placed in the
The tradealgorithms.mqh library file facilitates the use of Expert Advisors with brokers offering non-zero spreads and the ability to set stop loss and take profit simultaneously with position opening. Additional library variants can be found at the provided link.
The default input parameters for the Expert Advisor were used during the testing period. Stop loss and take profit were not utilized during these tests.
Figure 1 displays examples of trades on the chart.
Testing results from 2026 on EURUSD, with the slow trend on H6 and entry signals generated by the fast trend on M30, are presented.
Figure 2 illustrates the testing results chart.
You may also like: EXP Adaptive Renko Expert Advisor - excellent alternative for expert users on MetaTrader 5.
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⚠ Limitations & Risk Warning
- This tool is provided for educational and testing purposes only.
- Past performance does not guarantee future results.
- Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Use on a demo account first.
- Results may vary depending on market conditions, broker, and settings.
- We recommend thorough backtesting and forward testing before using with real funds.