About the 4 Moving Average System Trend Indicator
The 4 Moving Average System Trend Indicator for MT4 is a trend-following tool built around a multi–moving average crossover approach.
By combining four different moving averages, it aims to smooth price action and reduce false signals that often occur with simpler crossover systems.
The Indicator reacts when price decisively moves across all four moving average lines, highlighting moments when momentum shifts in favor of buyers or sellers.
This makes trend direction easier to identify without constant manual analysis.
All moving average periods are adjustable, allowing traders to tailor the Indicator to faster or slower market conditions.
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Key Features
- Uses four moving averages for trend confirmation.
- Highlights clear crossover-based buy and sell signals.
- Works on multiple timeframes and currency pairs.
- Fully customizable moving average settings.
- Suitable for short-term and longer-term trading.
Indicator Chart
The chart example shows the 4 Moving Average System Trend Indicator applied to a price chart.
Buy and sell opportunities are identified when price crosses and closes beyond all four moving average lines, signaling a potential trend shift.
Guide to Trade with the 4 Moving Average System Trend Indicator
Buy Rules
- Wait for the price to cross above all four moving averages.
- Ensure the candle closes above the moving average cluster.
- Enter a buy trade after the crossover is confirmed.
- Focus on sustained upward price movement.
Sell Rules
- Wait for the price to cross below all four moving averages.
- Ensure the candle closes below the moving average cluster.
- Enter a sell trade after the crossover is confirmed.
- Focus on sustained downward price movement.
Stop Loss
- Place the stop loss beyond the nearest outer moving average.
- Use the yellow or purple moving average as a reference level.
Take Profit
- Hold the trade while price remains on the correct side of the averages.
- Close the trade when price crosses back through the averages.
- Target prior swing highs or lows if visible.
- Use a fixed profit target if preferred.
4 Moving Average System + Best Forex Scalping MT4 Strategy
This scalping strategy focuses on catching short-term trend-following opportunities with precise entry timing.
The 4 Moving Average System Trend Indicator helps determine market direction.
When all moving averages slope upward, the market is in a buy trend. When all moving averages slope downward, the market is in a sell trend.
The Best Forex Scalping Indicator provides specific entry signals. A blue arrow indicates a buy opportunity, while a red arrow indicates a sell opportunity.
This strategy works best on M1, M5, and M15 charts.
It is suitable for scalpers who prefer clean signals and want to enter trades in the direction of the trend for quick profits.
The combination of trend slope confirmation and arrow signals helps avoid false entries and improves the accuracy of scalp trades.
Buy Entry Rules
- All moving averages must slope upward, indicating a buy trend.
- A blue arrow from the Best Forex Scalping Indicator appears.
- Enter a buy trade at the next candle after the arrow forms.
- Place the stop loss below the most recent swing low.
- Take profit at the next intraday resistance level or when moving averages start to flatten or slope downward.
Sell Entry Rules
- All moving averages must slope downward, indicating a sell trend.
- A red arrow from the Best Forex Scalping Indicator appears.
- Enter a sell trade at the next candle after the arrow forms.
- Place the stop loss above the most recent swing high.
- Take profit at the next intraday support level or when moving averages start to flatten or slope upward.
Advantages
- Combines trend confirmation and precise entry signals.
- Helps reduce counter-trend trades and false signals.
- Easy-to-read charts with minimal clutter.
- Suitable for scalping multiple currency pairs.
- Quick entries allow traders to capture small intraday moves.
- Rules are simple and structured for consistent execution.
Drawbacks
- May generate late entries if waiting for full alignment of trend and signal.
- Stops may be wider during volatile sessions.
- Not suitable for long-term traders.
Case Study 1
On EURJPY M5, all four moving averages sloped upward, indicating a buy trend.
A blue arrow appeared from the Best Forex Scalping Indicator at 151.20.
A buy trade was opened on the next candle at 151.22.
Price moved upward steadily and reached the next intraday resistance at 151.62.
The trade captured 40 pips in profit. Trend alignment and clear entry timing made the setup highly reliable.
Case Study 2
On GBPUSD M1, all moving averages sloped downward, indicating a sell trend.
A red arrow appeared from the Best Forex Scalping Indicator at 1.2455.
A sell trade was executed on the next candle at 1.2453.
Price dropped rapidly to the support area at 1.2420.
The trade captured 33 pips. Using trend slope and arrow confirmation together ensured a precise and profitable scalp.
Strategy Tips
- Focus on active trading sessions for stronger trend moves.
- Confirm higher time frame trends for additional reliability.
- Do not trade when moving averages are flat or the market is choppy.
- Keep an eye on spreads for efficient scalping.
- Use recent swing highs and lows to set stop loss and take profit levels.
- Wait for both trend and signal alignment before entering any trade.
- Skip trades near strong support or resistance zones to avoid reversals.
- Maintain a trading log to track which pairs and time frames perform best.
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FAQ
Why use four moving averages instead of two?
Using four moving averages helps filter out minor price fluctuations and focuses on stronger, more established trend moves.
Can the moving average types be changed?
Yes. The Indicator settings allow adjustments to periods and calculation methods to better match different market conditions.
Does this Indicator work in sideways markets?
It performs best when the market is trending. In flat conditions, crossovers may occur more frequently.
Summary
The 4 Moving Average System Trend Indicator simplifies trend identification by requiring price to move decisively across multiple moving averages.
This approach helps highlight stronger directional moves.
With adjustable settings and broad timeframe compatibility, it offers a flexible solution for traders who rely on moving average behavior to follow market trends.
