J2 JMA Adaptive Smoothing Indicator
Info
The J2 JMA Adaptive Smoothing Indicator is a Indicator for MetaTrader 5 that double adaptive jma smoothing of a price range. The average is calculated as follows:Where:JMA() - adaptive smoothing algorithm;price[] - price series value;bar - current bar.
Usage
This tool is typically used for enhancing chart analysis and decision making.
Platform
This Indicator works exclusively on MetaTrader 5 (both build 600+ and newer versions).
Setup
Place the downloaded file in MQL5/Indicators folder via File ? Open Data Folder in MetaTrader 5.
How to Install and Use J2 JMA Adaptive Smoothing Indicator
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.
What this tool does
Double adaptive JMA smoothing of a price range.
Typical Use Case
This Indicator excels in automated trading and technical analysis on MetaTrader 5.
Compatible Platform & Setup
This Indicator works on MetaTrader 5. Place the file in the MQL5/Indicators folder and restart the terminal.
Description & Settings
Related: xander adaptive cross: trend identification tool - another powerful indicator for MetaTrader 5 traders.
Double adaptive JMA smoothing of a price range.Also recommended: heiken ashi indicator with adaptive moving average - similar indicator with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
The average is calculated as follows:Where:
JMA() - adaptive smoothing algorithm;
price[] - price series value;
bar - current bar.
The average shows good results on short- and long-term trends. It is not recommended to use large values for the length2 second smoothing depth. In the latter case, the indicator starts working as a standard JMA average with the length parameter equal to the sum of length1 and length2.
The ColorJ2JMA and J2JMA indicators use the CjJma class from the SmoothAlgorithms.mqh library (must be placed in the
terminal_data_folder
\mql5\include). The use of the class was thoroughly described in the article. The library has been updated in 2026.
You may also like: fractal adaptive moving average (frama) - excellent alternative for indicator users on MetaTrader 5.
Source Code
/*
* place the smoothalgorithms.mqh file
* to the terminal_data_folder\mql5\include
*/
#property copyright "robotfx"
#property link "https://robotfx.org"
#property version "1.00"
#property indicator_chart_window
#property indicator_buffers 2
#property indicator_plots 1.......
⚠ 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.