XDPO_Histogram - MetaTrader 5 Script | Forex Indicator Download - MT4/MT5 Resources

The simplest oscillator based on the difference between price and its moving average. The oscillator is smoothed and displayed as a color histogram.

The calculation formula of this indicator is as follows:

XDPO(i) = MA(closing price(i) - MA(i, N),M)

Where N — MA period, M — indicator smoothing period

The indicator uses the class SmoothAlgorithms.mqh library (copy it to \MQL5\Include). The use of the class "Average price series for intermediate calculations without using additional buffers" is described in detail in the article.

The indicator was first implemented in MQL4 and published in the code base of mql4.com on September 1, 2008.

Figure 1. XDPO_Histogram

Attachment download

📎 SmoothAlgorithms.mqh (130.2 KB)

📎 xdpo_histogram.mq5 (8.5 KB)

Source: MQL5 #15289

XDPO_Histogram - Important points before using the MetaTrader 5 script

This page has been supplemented with structured instructions, focusing on the purpose of trading scripts, MT4/MT5 platform compatibility, testing procedures and risk control. Before downloading or deploying, it is recommended to first determine whether it is consistent with your own variety, cycle and account environment.

Suitable for who to use

• Users who want to quickly screen trading scripts and are willing to do simulation verification first.
• People who need to compare MT4/MT5 EAs, indicators, scripts or source code projects.
• Traders who wish to record backtests, parameters and risk boundaries before placing a trade.

Testing and risk control suggestions

• First verify the default parameters in the strategy tester or demo account, and then adjust the symbol, period, spread and trading period one by one.
• Scalping, grid, martin, and high-frequency strategies should focus on observing maximum drawdowns, consecutive losses, slippage, and trading frequency.
• It is not recommended to run any document directly on the real disk. At least observe the simulated disk performance for 2-4 weeks first.

FAQ

Can MT4 and MT5 be used interchangeably?
Usually cannot be used directly. EX4/MQ4 corresponds to MT4, EX5/MQ5 corresponds to MT5, and the source code needs to be compiled in the corresponding MetaEditor.

Is this resource guaranteed to be profitable?
cannot. EAs, indicators and scripts can only be used as trading tools, and the results depend on parameters, market environment, spreads, slippage and risk control.

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