TradingView Alerts to MT4 MT5 + dynamic variables NON-REPAINTING

Nov 18, 2019

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Signals
Oscillators
Money Management
Pivot Based (Retrospective)

The TradingView Alerts to MT4 MT5 indicator provides a framework for bridging TradingView strategies with MetaTrader platforms using dynamic variables in alerts for automated trade execution. It enables the transmission of real-time trading signals, including precise stop-loss levels and partial take-profit instructions, directly to external brokerage accounts.

Usage

The Usage section describes how the script can be used to automate trading workflows. By utilizing the alert() function with dynamic placeholders, users can send specific trade parameters to third-party connectors like TradingConnector.

Signal Generation

The script identifies entry points based on Stochastic Oscillator crossovers:

  • Long Entry: Occurs when the %K line crosses above the %D line while below the 80 level.
  • Short Entry: Occurs when the %K line crosses below the %D line while above the 20 level.

Risk Management

The script automatically calculates exit levels to be included in the alert message:

  • Stop Loss: Dynamically set based on the most recent pivot low for long trades or pivot high for short trades, ensuring risk is managed according to market structure.
  • Partial Take Profit: The script is configured to close 50% of the position at a designated distance, provided the broker supports partial fills.
  • Final Take Profit: A primary target distance where the remainder of the position is closed.

Details

The script is designed to be non-repainting, meaning signals are confirmed upon bar close and do not change after the fact. It utilizes the alert() function to pass dynamic variables—such as the exact price for a stop loss—directly into the alert string. This removes the need for manual calculations or static exit points.

For execution on MT4 or MT5, the script formats the alert message in a specific syntax compatible with trade bridge software. The logic assumes a low-latency environment, such as a VPS, to minimize slippage between signal generation on TradingView and execution on the broker's platform.

Settings

Stochastic

  • K: Sets the period for the %K line calculation.
  • D: Sets the moving average period for the %D line.
  • Smooth: Determines the smoothing factor applied to the %K line.

TakeProfit Settings

  • TakeProfit Type: Choose between "percent" or "pips" to define how exit targets are calculated.
  • Partial TakeProfit Value: The distance or percentage at which 50% of the position will be closed.
  • TakeProfit Value: The distance or percentage for the final target to close the entire position.

FAQ

How do I link this script to my MetaTrader terminal? The script generates a formatted alert message that must be sent via a TradingView Webhook to a bridge software like TradingConnector, which then executes the command in MT4 or MT5.

Can I use this for commodities and indices? Yes, the logic is applicable to various asset classes including Forex, indices, and commodities, provided your broker supports the symbols.

How do I get access to the TradingView Alerts to MT4 MT5 indicator? You can get access on the LuxAlgo Library for charting platforms like TradingView, MetaTrader (MT4/MT5), and NinjaTrader for free.

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