EXP Sidus Trading System
Info
The EXP Sidus Trading System is a Expert Advisor for MetaTrader 5 that this is a trading system based on the signals of the indicator. A signal is generated at the close of a bar if a colored indicator arrow has appeared.
Usage
This tool is typically used for automated trading on major forex pairs and gold.
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 Sidus 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 is a trading system based on the signals of the indicator.
Typical Use Case
This Expert Advisor excels in automated trading and technical analysis 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: Tick Scalper Helper: Tick Chart and One-Click Trading Panel for MT5 - another powerful expert for MetaTrader 5 traders.
This is a trading system based on the signals of the indicator. A signal is generated at the close of a bar if a colored indicator arrow has appeared.Also recommended: Basket Pair Closer: Efficiently Close Trading Positions - similar expert with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
System Overview
The expert advisor uses the compiled indicator file sidus.ex5 for operation. Save it to the terminal data folder\mql5\indicators.
Note that the tradealgorithms.mqh library file allows using expert advisors with brokers who offer nonzero spread and the option of setting stop loss and take profit during position opening.
You can download more variants of the library at the following link.
Default expert advisor's input parameters have been used during tests shown below. Stop loss and take profit have not been used during the tests.
Testing Results
Fig. 1. Examples of trades on the chart
Testing results for 2026 at EURUSD H4:
Fig. 2. Chart of testing results
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Source Code
#property copyright "robotfx"
#property link "https://robotfx.org"
#property version "1.00"
#property indicator_chart_window
#property indicator_buffers 6
#property indicator_plots 4
#define reset 0 //
#property indicator_type1 draw_arrow
#property indicator_color1 teal
#property indicator_width1 4.......
⚠ 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.