parabolic trailing stop
Info
The parabolic trailing stop is a Expert Advisor for MetaTrader 5 that the stop loss value of an open position changes when the following conditions are met:the value of parabolic sar at index 1 is greater/less than the open price (for buy and sell trades respectively); the value of parabolic sar at index 1 is less/greater than the low/high of bar with index 1 (for buy and sell trades respectively); parabolic sar on index 1 is formed after the position open time. the inputs of the utility are:base_tf- the timeframe for the parabolic sar indicator to be used for trailing stop loss;sar_step- price change step (the parameter of "parabolic sar", default is 0.
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 parabolic trailing stop
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
the stop loss value of an open position changes when the following conditions are met:the value of parabolic sar at index 1 is greater/less than the open price (for buy and sell trades respectively); the value of parabolic sar at index 1 is less/greater than the low/high of bar with index 1 (for buy and sell trades respectively); parabolic sar on index 1 is formed after the position open time.
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: Professional Automatic Trailing Stop Utility for MetaTrader 5 - another powerful expert for MetaTrader 5 traders.
Also recommended: Expert Advisor ATR Trailing Stop - similar expert with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
the stop loss value of an open position changes when the following conditions are met:the value of parabolic sar at index 1 is greater/less than the open price (for buy and sell trades respectively);
the value of parabolic sar at index 1 is less/greater than the low/high of bar with index 1 (for buy and sell trades respectively);
parabolic sar on index 1 is formed after the position open time.
the inputs of the utility are:
base_tf
- the timeframe for the parabolic sar indicator to be used for trailing stop loss;
sar_step
- price change step (the parameter of "parabolic sar", default is 0.1);
maximum_step
- maximum price change (the parameter of "parabolic sar", default is 0.11);
You may also like: Exp 3 Parabolic Trading System - excellent alternative for expert users on MetaTrader 5.
Source Code
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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.