Adjustable Moving Average EA
This professional-grade solution for MetaTrader 4 helps traders achieve greater efficiency in their daily workflow. This Expert Advisor serves as automated trading software. It is utilized to monitor financial markets and execute trades based on predefined algorithmic rules, enabling precise position management without the need for constant manual oversight.
How to Setup and Use Adjustable Moving Average EA
1. Installation: Open the "File" menu, select "Open Data Folder," navigate to MQL/Experts, paste your file, and restart the terminal.
2. Activation: Drag the EA from the Navigator onto a chart, ensure "Allow live trading" is checked in the Common tab, and verify the AutoTrading button is green.
3. Optimization: Right-click your chart, choose "Expert List," click "Properties" to adjust inputs, and save your preferred setup as a set file for future use.
4. Maintenance: Regularly check the "Experts" tab in the terminal window to monitor trade logs and potential execution errors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Why is my EA not opening trades? A: Check the "AutoTrading" button, ensure "Allow live trading" is enabled, and verify your broker allows automated trading on your account type.
Q: Can I run multiple EAs on one chart? A: No, each chart can only host one active EA; however, you can open multiple charts for different currency pairs to run several EAs.
Q: What does the "smiley face" icon mean? A: A smiley face in the top-right corner of the chart indicates the EA is successfully running; a frowny face means it is disabled.
Description & Settings
📈 Adjustable Moving Average EA for MT4
This Expert Advisor trades based on the crossover of two customizable moving averages. It’s designed for traders who want full control over trade direction, entry logic, and risk settings.
⚙️ Input Parameters Explained:
FastPeriod
: Period of the fast moving average.
SlowPeriod
: Period of the slow moving average.
MAPriceType
: Price used in MA calculation (e.g., Close, Open, High, Low).
SL_Points
: Stop Loss in points. Set to 0 to disable.
TP_Points
: Take Profit in points. Set to 0 to disable.
TrailStopPips
: Enables a trailing stop after the trade is in profit.
EntryMode
: Choose between Long-only, Short-only, or Both directions.
FixedLot
: Lot size used for each trade.
MaxSlippage
: Maximum allowed slippage in points.
TradeComment
: Adds a comment to each trade for identification in history.
