Indicators Archives

Best Practices for Writing Code for MetaTrader Platform.

When writing code for MetaTrader, it is important to use clear and concise naming conventions for variables, functions, and classes. This will help you and other developers understand the code […]

Code Your Own Bullish Engulfing Pattern Recognition Indicator.

Here is an example of an .mq4 code for an indicator that can find a Bullish Engulfing candle pattern within a chart. This code provides a basic framework for detecting […]

Code Your Own Shooting Star Candle Pattern Recognition Indicator.

Here is an example of an .mq4 code for an indicator that can find a Shooting Star candle pattern within a chart. This code provides a basic framework for detecting […]

Code Your Own Piercing Line Candle Pattern Recognition Indicator.

Here is an example of an .mq4 code for an indicator that can find a Piercing Line candle pattern within a chart. This code provides a basic framework for detecting […]

Code Your Own Rising Three Methods Candle Pattern Recognition Indicator.

Here is an example of an .mq4 code for an indicator that can find a Rising Three Methods candle pattern within a chart. This code provides a basic framework for […]

Code Your Own Hanging Man Candle Pattern Recognition Indicator.

Here is an example of an .mq4 code for an indicator that can find a Hanging Man candle pattern within a chart. This code provides a basic framework for detecting […]

Code Your Own Doji Candle Pattern Recognition Indicator.

Here is an example of an .mq4 code for an indicator that can find a Doji candle pattern within a chart. This code provides a basic framework for detecting Doji […]

How do I load an Indicator?

Once you have downloaded an MT4 Indicator it needs to be placed in the correct directory.Usually your brokers folder will be c:\Program Files/(name of broker)/experts/indicators/ and you can place either […]