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MACD Histogram, multi-color [v04]
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 MACD Histogram, multi-color [v04]
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
Real
traderak20, based on MACD.mq5 by MetaQuotes, Copyright 2009, MetaQuotes Software Corp.
A
MACD
indicator with histogram to show the difference between the MACD and Signal lines.
For the calculation of the MACD line you can choose from the usual price types. For the calculation of the Signal line yo can choose between
SMA
or
EMA
. The histogram can be switched between single and multi-color.
Requires: MovingAverages.mqh
(default include file in terminal_data_folder\MQL5\Include)
Look in the source to switch on/off error messages:
bool
ShowErrorMessages=
false
;
// turn on/off error messages for debugging
Update history:
Fixed bug with the colors of the histogram;
2010 09 26: v03
Added MODE_SMMA and MODE_LWMA as MA methods for Signal line;
Made ENUM_APPLIED_PRICE the last input parameter on the list;
2010 08 24: v02B
Indicator first published;
