Trend Indicator with Multiple Variations
Info
The Trend Indicator with Multiple Variations is a Indicator for MetaTrader 5 that this trend indicator displays the current trend direction and identifies optimal moments for closing open positions. The indicator is available in three variations:- As a simple line (variation.
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 Indicator with Multiple Variations
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
This trend indicator displays the current trend direction and identifies optimal moments for closing open positions.
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: Quantora Multi-Timeframe Trend Dashboard MT5 - Professional EMA Trend Analysis - another powerful indicator for MetaTrader 5 traders.
This trend indicator displays the current trend direction and identifies optimal moments for closing open positions.Also recommended: Quantora Multi-Timeframe MACD Dashboard MT5 - Professional Momentum and Trend Analysis - similar indicator with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
The indicator is available in three variations:
- As a simple line (variation.mq5).
- As a line colored according to the current trend (colorvariation.mq5).
- As a line with additional JMA smoothing for noise reduction (colorjvariation.mq5).
The colorjvariation.mq5 utilizes the Cjma class from the smoothalgorithms.mqh library.
The indicator files (variation.mq5, colorvariation.mq5, and colorjvariation.mq5) should be placed in the terminal_data_folder/mql5/indicators directory.
This indicator was originally developed for MQL4 and updated for MQL5 in 2026.
You may also like: Quantora Moving Average Dashboard MT5 - Professional EMA SMA Trend Analysis - excellent alternative for indicator users on MetaTrader 5.
Source Code
/*
* for the indicator to work, place the
* smoothalgorithms.mqh
* in the directory: metatrader\\mql5\include
*/
#property copyright "robotfx"
#property link "https://robotfx.org"
#property version "1.10"
#property indicator_separate_window
#property indicator_buffers 2 .......
⚠ 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.