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Free Trend-Following Expert Advisors (page 17)

Open-source expert advisors that trade in the direction of the prevailing trend.

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MT4 Trading Collection

by paulnheera
1 stars

This collection of MetaTrader 4 scripts and experts features an automated trading robot based on the MACD indicator. It identifies entry points using MACD signal line crossovers filtered by an Exponential Moving Average to determine trend direction. The system includes built-in risk controls such as fixed lot sizing, t

MT4 Collection Indicator crossoverTrend following
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MT4 Trading Collection

Break Time UJ

by robinoud
1 stars

Break Time UJ is a MetaTrader 4 expert advisor that automates a breakout strategy triggered at a specific time of day. It identifies support and resistance levels using the BreakOut PANCA EAGLE custom indicator and applies a 60-period Exponential Moving Average as a trend filter. The EA manages risk through a trailing

MT4 Trading robot BreakoutTrend following
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Break Time UJ

HiLo Pro

by lfpmeloni
1 stars

HiLo Pro is a MetaTrader 5 robot that identifies trades using a combination of the HiLo Activator and the Relative Strength Index. It executes long or short positions based on trend direction and momentum filters for overbought or oversold conditions. The EA includes intraday time management, allowing users to define s

MT5 Trading robot Trend followingMean reversion
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of HiLo Pro

Forex Scalping Strategy

by taivoit1993
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor implements a trend-following scalping strategy using a combination of moving averages and the Stochastic oscillator. It identifies the primary trend using a 200-period Simple Moving Average and a 21-period Exponential Moving Average. Trades are entered during pullbacks when the Stochast

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingScalpingIndicator crossover
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Forex Scalping Strategy

Aych MT Learn

by AYCHMT
1 stars

Aych MT Learn is a repository for MetaTrader 4 that provides a baseline expert advisor for educational purposes. The robot implements a classic strategy based on Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) crossovers filtered by an Exponential Moving Average trend component. It includes standard trade management featu

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingIndicator crossover
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Aych MT Learn

Martingale MT5

by AbraaoM
1 stars

This MetaTrader 5 expert advisor executes trades based on the direction of the most recently closed candle, offering both trend-following and counter-trend modes. Its core logic utilizes a martingale lot scaling system, where position sizes are increased by a user-defined factor following a loss to recover previous def

MT5 Trading robot MartingaleTrend following High risk
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Martingale MT5

MQL5 Strategy Testers

by Burakdal
1 stars

This repository provides a collection of Expert Advisors for MetaTrader 5, primarily focused on technical indicator strategies and algorithmic trading examples. The main file utilizes a Moving Average signal combined with a Parabolic SAR trailing stop for automated trade management. It includes a lot-sizing module that

MT5 Collection Indicator crossoverMean reversionMulti-strategy High risk
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MQL5 Strategy Testers

4xlots Extra EA Collection

by patrickingle
1 stars

This repository provides a collection of MetaTrader 4 expert advisors and libraries designed to integrate with the 4xlots risk management web service. The collection includes various trading robots such as a trend-following system, a double SMA crossover strategy, and a Martingale-based EA. It focuses on dynamic risk c

MT4 Collection Trend followingMartingaleHedging High risk
Updated 6 years ago Apache-2.0 GitHub repository of 4xlots Extra EA Collection

Engulfing Pattern EA

by JaydenTan98
1 stars

This expert advisor for MetaTrader 4 executes trades based on the engulfing candle pattern, a classic price action signal. It identifies scenarios where the current candle completely covers the previous candle's range and filters entries using a Moving Average to ensure alignment with the prevailing trend. The EA place

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingSMC / ICT / price action
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Engulfing Pattern EA

MQL5 Strategy Collection

by pasindubawantha
1 stars

This repository provides a collection of MetaTrader 5 expert advisors, including standard MetaQuotes examples and specialized indicator-based bots. The expert advisors utilize technical analysis tools like MACD, Moving Averages, and Parabolic SAR to automate market entries. Risk management is handled through user-defin

MT5 Collection Trend followingIndicator crossover
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MQL5 Strategy Collection

MQL5 EA Collection

by tom-field
1 stars

This repository serves as a collection of MetaTrader 5 expert advisors and educational scripts. It includes a variety of automated trading systems based on common technical indicators such as Moving Averages, RSI, and Stochastics. The collection features specific strategies including Bill Williams techniques and trend-

MT5 Collection Trend followingGridMartingale High risk
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MQL5 EA Collection

Fujii MQL4 EA Collection

by FujiiKairi
1 stars

This repository is a collection of over forty MetaTrader 4 expert advisors covering various trading styles and market conditions. It features the EA31337 multi-strategy framework alongside specialized bots for currency strength, New York session breakout patterns, and Heikin Ashi trend following. The collection include

MT4 Collection Multi-strategyBreakoutTrend following High risk
Updated 6 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Fujii MQL4 EA Collection

Artemis IA

by Fernando-7
1 stars

Artemis IA is an expert advisor for the MetaTrader 4 platform that executes trades in the forex market. It uses a strategy based on fractal methodology and technical indicators to determine market direction. The logic integrates the Parabolic SAR indicator across M1, M5, and M15 timeframes, complemented by signals from

MT4 Trading robot Trend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Artemis IA

200 EMA

by twimprine
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor executes trades based on Exponential Moving Average conditions across multiple timeframes. Originally designed as a crossover strategy, it incorporates a dynamic stop loss mechanism that adjusts based on price distance from the entry point. The robot features built-in risk controls, inc

MT4 Trading robot Indicator crossoverTrend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of 200 EMA

Firmoholanda Forex

by firmoholanda
1 stars

This repository contains a collection of MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 expert advisors focused on multi-indicator signal processing. The logic evaluates market conditions by aggregating data from Moving Averages, ADX, Accelerator Oscillator, Volume, and Momentum indicators across several timeframes such as M5, M15, and

MT4MT5 Collection Trend followingMulti-strategyIndicator crossover High risk
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Firmoholanda Forex
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 repository contains a collection of expert advisors, including implementations of the standard MACD Sample and Moving Average strategies. The primary MACD robot enters trades based on MACD signal line crossovers filtered by an exponential moving average trend component. Risk management is handled thro

MT4 Collection Indicator crossoverTrend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MQL4 Trader Collection

DWater EA

by leet123
1 stars

DWater EA is an automated trading robot for MetaTrader 5 that uses a trend-following approach based on price speed and position relative to trendlines. It utilizes smoothed moving averages across dual timeframes to identify entries. The strategy incorporates a grid-based recovery mechanism, adding positions at fixed in

MT5 Trading robot Trend followingGridMartingale High risk
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of DWater EA

Yumokin CCI

by yumokin
1 stars

This automated trend-following expert advisor for MetaTrader 4 is designed specifically for the GBPJPY pair on the H1 timeframe. It identifies market entries using the Commodity Channel Index and Moving Average Convergence Divergence indicators. The system operates within specific GMT hours and manages a maximum of two

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingIndicator crossoverHedging
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Yumokin CCI
1 stars

This repository contains a collection of MetaTrader 5 expert advisors developed for various market conditions and strategies. The files include implementations of trend-following systems like the Dunnigan NRTR, signal-based dashboards using multi-indicator confirmation, and experimental artificial intelligence models.

MT5 Collection Trend followingIndicator crossoverAI / machine learning
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MQL5 EA Collection FLCS

Laguna EA Collection

by dannylius
1 stars

Laguna EA is an automated trading robot for MetaTrader 5 that utilizes the Average Directional Index and Exponential Moving Averages to identify market trends. It filters entries by requiring a minimum ADX value to ensure sufficient trend strength before executing trades. The system manages risk with fixed lot sizing a

MT5 Collection Trend followingIndicator crossover
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Laguna EA Collection

TFEX Competition 555

by assazzin
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor is an automated trading robot developed for a 2019 trading competition. It executes trades based on a price range breakout strategy, calculating entry levels from the high and low values of previous candles. The algorithm filters entries using a 10-period Exponential Moving Average and

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingBreakout
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of TFEX Competition 555

Mql4 Bot Collection

by jesuscovam
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 repository contains a collection of expert advisors focused on simple automated trading logic. The scripts include various entry methods such as Relative Strength Index triggers and time-based executions. Risk management is implemented through standard parameters including fixed lot sizing, stop loss,

MT4 Collection Trend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Mql4 Bot Collection

Junbari MT4

by fujishuu
1 stars

Junbari MT4 is a trend-following expert advisor for MetaTrader 4 that identifies trade entries based on price breakouts. The system monitors the highest highs and lowest lows over a specific lookback period to determine market direction. It enters positions when the current price breaks a historical level and meets a m

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingBreakout
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Junbari MT4

MACD EA IPAG

by adiarthagriadhi
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor executes trades based on the MACD indicator and uses a Moving Average filter to determine the prevailing trend. It features a dynamic lot sizing algorithm that adjusts risk percentages according to account balance tiers. While the documentation focuses on MACD signals for H1 charts, the

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingGridIndicator crossover High risk
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MACD EA IPAG
1 stars

This MetaTrader 5 repository contains a collection of experimental expert advisors focused on trend-following and crossover logic. The primary codebase utilizes the Average Directional Index (ADX) to gauge trend strength and Moving Average crossovers to determine trade entries. The included tools feature hardcoded stop

MT5 Collection Trend followingIndicator crossover
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Expert Advisor Experiment

MACD MA Cross

by b79528
1 stars

MACD MA Cross is a MetaTrader 4 expert advisor that automates entries based on the alignment of MACD signals and Moving Average crossovers. The strategy triggers trades when indicators confirm a trend, using Linear Weighted Moving Averages (LWMA) for direction. The EA features an unconventional exit strategy where posi

MT4 Trading robot Indicator crossoverTrend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MACD MA Cross

Usd5 3 EA

by monakafx
1 stars

Usd5 3 EA is a MetaTrader 4 expert advisor that executes trades based on specific candlestick sequences and trend direction. It identifies patterns of three consecutive bullish or bearish candles followed by a reversal to signal potential entries. The robot utilizes a 25-period Simple Moving Average on the H4 timeframe

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingMean reversion
Updated 7 years ago MIT GitHub repository of Usd5 3 EA

Fuzzy Trade EA Collection

by TsutomuSakata01
1 stars

This collection for MetaTrader 4 and 5 includes various expert advisors exploring fuzzy logic and standard technical indicators. The primary logic demonstrated in the source files utilizes Simple Moving Averages to identify trend direction and price positioning. It features standard risk controls including fixed lot si

MT4MT5 Collection Trend followingIndicator crossover
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Fuzzy Trade EA Collection
1 stars

This Expert Advisor for MetaTrader 5 implements a trend-following strategy based on four moving averages. It determines market direction to trigger buy or sell entries during specified trading hours. The robot features time-restricted operations, allowing trade execution only between set start and end times. Risk manag

MT5 Trading robot Trend followingIndicator crossover
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Four Moving Average Advisor

Pricetag EA Collection

by KotaroHashimoto
1 stars

This collection for MetaTrader 4 includes various expert advisors, with the primary HL Monday Order EA focusing on weekly price ranges. The software identifies Monday's high and low prices to set automated entry levels, stop loss positions, and take profit targets using configurable pip adjustments. The repository incl

MT4 Collection BreakoutMartingaleGrid High risk
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Pricetag EA Collection

Proper Bot

by kmugglet
1 stars

Proper Bot is a MetaTrader 4 expert advisor that utilizes a triple moving average crossover for trend detection combined with a manual grid management system. It filters entries based on volume and specific price levels. When a trade moves against the initial position, the EA opens additional orders at predefined point

MT4 Collection Indicator crossoverGridMartingale High risk
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Proper Bot

TrendLine Trade Robot

by szczudlo6
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor automates trading based on trendline analysis. It identifies price trends within a specific lookback period and executes entries when price aligns with these detected structures. The robot manages risk through a percentage-based money management system, requiring a stop loss and minimum

MT4 Trading robot Trend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of TrendLine Trade Robot

Quanta EA

by shibakk
1 stars

Quanta is an automated trading robot for MetaTrader 4 and MetaTrader 5 that executes trades based on external indicator signals. The EA utilizes the WebRequest function to download data and HTML files from a remote server to guide its trading logic. For risk control, the system provides parameters for manual lot sizing

MT4MT5 Trading robot Trend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Quanta EA

Ichimoku Scalper

by AbirAbbas
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 collection features automated trading scripts primarily based on the Ichimoku Kinko Hyo indicator. The expert advisors execute trades by analyzing the relationship between Tenkan-sen and Kijun-sen lines relative to the Senkou Span cloud. Risk is managed via fixed lot sizing and a maximum concurrent tr

MT4 Collection ScalpingIndicator crossoverTrend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Ichimoku Scalper

Span Model Day Trader

by KC-Kamioka
1 stars

Span Model Day Trader is a MetaTrader 4 expert advisor that monitors market signals based on the Span Model and Super Bollinger technical indicators. The code specifically focuses on the USDJPY currency pair, evaluating the relationship between blue and red spans derived from the Ichimoku Kinko Hyo indicator. It tracks

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingIndicator crossover
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Span Model Day Trader

Humza Final EA

by humzama
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor implements a multi-strategy approach to automated trading using several technical indicator combinations. It features distinct logic for long and short positions, utilizing the Relative Strength Index, Moving Average Convergence Divergence, and Ichimoku Kinko Hyo. Buy signals are genera

MT4 Trading robot Indicator crossoverMulti-strategyTrend following
Updated 7 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Humza Final EA

MA Crossover

by Daiwv
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor executes trades based on the crossover of two Simple Moving Averages. It identifies trend shifts by comparing the relationship between a fast and a slow moving average over the two most recent bars. The robot enters a buy position and closes existing sell trades when the fast MA crosses

MT4 Trading robot Indicator crossoverTrend following
Updated 8 years ago None stated GitHub repository of MA Crossover

Arra

by ainihenjiu
1 stars

Arra is an automated trend-following expert advisor for MetaTrader 4 that utilizes a moving average crossover strategy paired with a volatility filter. It triggers trades when a short-term simple moving average crosses a long-term SMA, but only if the current Average True Range indicates higher volatility than a previo

MT4 Trading robot Indicator crossoverTrend following
Updated 8 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Arra

HGSS Candle Bob

by odrisb
1 stars

HGSS Candle Bob is an automated trading system for MetaTrader 4 that identifies trade setups using candle sequences and external library signals. It evaluates market conditions via the HGI library to detect trends and ranges, allowing for both trend-following and pullback strategies. Risk management includes fixed lot

MT4 Trading robot Trend followingMean reversionMulti-strategy
Updated 8 years ago None stated GitHub repository of HGSS Candle Bob

Gold Warrior EA

by luizmachado
1 stars

Gold Warrior is a MetaTrader 5 expert advisor that utilizes a combination of Commodity Channel Index (CCI), ZigZag, and momentum impulse indicators for trade execution. The robot manages individual positions with fixed stop loss and take profit settings while employing a trailing stop for profit protection. It features

MT5 Collection Trend followingMean reversionHedging
Updated 8 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Gold Warrior EA

XGBoost FX Trading

by ytanaka6174
1 stars

This expert advisor for MetaTrader 4 utilizes a bridge to the R programming environment to implement machine learning for currency trading. It leverages pre-trained XGBoost models to identify trade opportunities based on technical features such as Average True Range, Bears Power, and Bulls Power indicators. The robot m

MT4 Trading robot AI / machine learningScalpingTrend following
Updated 8 years ago None stated GitHub repository of XGBoost FX Trading
1 stars

This MetaTrader 4 expert advisor executes trades based on short-term price momentum across three consecutive candles. It monitors closing prices to identify price direction, initiating a buy order when prices are rising or a sell order when prices are falling. The system includes configurable fixed stop loss and take p

MT4 Trading robot Trend following

Falcon F

by VjSwamy
1 stars

Falcon F is an automated trading system for MetaTrader 4 that utilizes supervised deep learning and an external Decision Support Centre powered by R to identify market inefficiencies. It analyzes indicator patterns across M1, M15, and H1 timeframes to predict price changes and trade direction up to 100 hours ahead. The

MT4 Trading robot AI / machine learningTrend following
Updated 8 years ago MIT GitHub repository of Falcon F
1 stars

A collection of MetaTrader 4 expert advisors centered around trend-following strategies using standard technical indicators. The primary logic utilizes MACD signal line crossovers filtered by moving average trends to identify entry points. Risk management is handled through fixed lot sizing, predefined take profit leve

MT4 Collection Indicator crossoverTrend following

Multi Trader

by ChamalAB
1 stars

Multi Trader is a MetaTrader 4 tool designed to execute and manage a multi-position strategy through an on-chart dashboard. It allows traders to open up to three simultaneous orders with a unified stop loss but independent take profit targets and lot sizes. The expert advisor manages trade progression by adjusting stop

MT4 Utility Trend followingMulti-strategy
Updated 8 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Multi Trader

Median Turbo Renko SDK

by gridgentoo
1 stars

This repository provides a specialized framework and example expert advisors for developing Renko-based trading systems on the MetaTrader 5 platform. It includes a dedicated MQL5 header library that simplifies integration with the Median Renko indicator bundle. The framework handles the acquisition of chart settings au

MT5 Framework & template Trend followingIndicator crossover
1 stars

This repository provides a collection of expert advisors for the MetaTrader 5 platform, primarily utilizing the standard MQL5 library components. The main expert advisor, ExpertMAPSARSizeOptimized, generates trade entries based on Moving Average crossovers and manages exits using a Parabolic SAR trailing stop. It inclu

MT5 Collection Indicator crossoverTrend following

Simple Sys EA

by nashpower
1 stars

Simple Sys is a MetaTrader 4 expert advisor that executes automated trades based on a specific daily start hour and moving average alignment. At the designated hour, the robot evaluates the relationship between current price action and a long-term moving average to identify trend direction. It features fixed lot sizing

MT4 Trading robot Trend following
Updated 8 years ago None stated GitHub repository of Simple Sys EA

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