trend angle
Info
The trend angle is a Indicator for MetaTrader 5 that the indicator calculates the inclination angle of the last segment of moving average and shows it in the chart together with the ma line and the line drawn from the last segment of moving average. it has seven input parameters:ma period- ma period;ma method- ma calculation method;applied price- ma calculation price;line color- color of the line drawn from the last ma segment;line width- width of the line drawn from the last ma segment;line style- style of the line drawn from the last ma segment;font size- size of the text showing the line inclination angle.
Usage
This tool is typically used for trend following strategies across multiple currency pairs.
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 trend angle
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
the indicator calculates the inclination angle of the last segment of moving average and shows it in the chart together with the ma line and the line drawn from the last segment of moving average.
Typical Use Case
This Indicator excels in trend following 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: Trend Regime Inspector for MetaTrader 5 - another powerful indicator for MetaTrader 5 traders.
the indicator calculates the inclination angle of the last segment of moving average and shows it in the chart together with the ma line and the line drawn from the last segment of moving average.
Also recommended: Quantora Multi-Timeframe Trend Dashboard MT5 - Professional EMA Trend Analysis - similar indicator with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
it has seven input parameters:ma period
- ma period;
ma method
- ma calculation method;
applied price
- ma calculation price;
line color
- color of the line drawn from the last ma segment;
line width
- width of the line drawn from the last ma segment;
line style
- style of the line drawn from the last ma segment;
font size
- size of the text showing the line inclination angle.
various colora and types of lines are in pictures below:
You may also like: Quantora Multi-Timeframe MACD Dashboard MT5 - Professional Momentum and Trend Analysis - excellent alternative for indicator 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.