Ex Machina Candle Timer Lite
This tool for MetaTrader 5 is specifically engineered to streamline your trading operations. This technical indicator acts as a specialized analysis tool designed to visualize market data. It helps traders identify emerging trends, momentum shifts, and key support or resistance levels by plotting statistical calculations directly onto price charts.
How to Setup and Use Ex Machina Candle Timer Lite
1. Installation: Place your file in the MQL/Indicators folder via "Open Data Folder" and restart your terminal.
2. Loading: Find the indicator in the Navigator, drag it onto your chart, and configure the input parameters in the popup window.
3. Customization: Press Ctrl+I to open the indicator list, select your tool, and click "Properties" to change colors, levels, or visual styles.
4. Updating: Replace the old file in the Indicators folder with the new version and restart the platform to apply changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is my indicator not showing? A: Verify the file is in the MQL/Indicators folder, or try right-clicking the "Indicators" tree in the Navigator and clicking "Refresh."
Q: Do custom indicators slow down the platform? A: Too many complex indicators can impact performance; remove unused ones via the "Indicator List" (Ctrl+I).
Q: Can I use MT4 indicators on MT5? A: No, MQL4 and MQL5 are distinct languages; ensure the indicator is compiled specifically for your platform version.
Description & Settings
ExMachina CandleTimer Lite - Free candle countdown timer for MetaTrader 5 with the ExMachina steel palette theme.
Know exactly when the current candle closes. This lightweight indicator displays a real-time countdown directly on your chart, helping you time entries and exits with precision.
COUNTDOWN PANEL - Three display modes to choose from:
Digital Clock: Large countdown digits showing hours, minutes and seconds. Clear and readable at any chart zoom level.
Progress Bar: Visual fill indicator with percentage. See at a glance how far the current candle has progressed.
Both: Combined digital clock and progress bar for full awareness. Recommended mode.
FLASH ALERT - In the last 10 seconds before candle close, the timer alternates between amber and red colors every second. This visual urgency signal is impossible to miss, even on a busy multi-chart setup. Can be toggled on or off.
SOUND ALERT - Optional sound notification when a new bar forms. Never miss a candle close while reviewing another chart or timeframe.
ELAPSED / REMAINING - Below the timer, a compact line shows both the elapsed time and the time left in human-readable format (e.g. "45m12s elapsed - 14m48s left").
EXMACHINA STEEL THEME - Three chart theme modes:
Full Theme: Deep space background with steel-palette candles, muted grid, and institutional color scheme. Transforms your chart into a clean, professional workspace.
Opaque Only: Keeps your existing chart colours, only ensures the panel renders cleanly on top.
No Theme: Zero chart modifications. The panel overlays your chart as-is.
COLLAPSE / EXPAND - One-click toggle button in the title bar. Collapsed mode shows a compact 30-pixel strip with the brand name, symbol, timeframe, and a live countdown. Expands back to the full panel instantly. Minimizes chart footprint when you need screen space.
LAYOUT - Panel side (right or left), margin from edge, Y offset, and panel width are all configurable through input parameters.
Inputs: Panel Side, Margin, Y Offset, Panel Width, Chart Theme Mode, Timer Style (Digital/Progress/Both), Show Seconds, Flash Last 10s, Sound Alert.
Works on all symbols and all timeframes. No DLLs. No external dependencies.
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