About the Candles Ratio Forex Indicator
The Candles Ratio Forex Indicator for MT4 helps traders analyze the strength of bullish and bearish price movements by comparing candle body ratios over a selected period.
It is a powerful momentum tool that highlights trend confirmation and exhaustion phases using a visual histogram directly below your chart.
Ideal for breakout, trend, and reversal traders, this indicator works across all timeframes and currency pairs.
Core Features of the Candles Ratio Indicator
- Calculates and displays the ratio between bullish and bearish candle bodies
- Histogram style shows a visual imbalance of buying vs. selling pressure
- Adjustable lookback periods and smoothing filters
- Helps identify trend continuation and reversal zones
- Works with any MT4 trading asset (Forex, crypto, indices, etc.)
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Download the “candles-ratio-indicator.mq4” indicator for MT4
Benefits of Using the Candles Ratio Indicator
- Confirms the strength behind price movement
- Filters out weak breakouts and false signals
- Enhances your timing for entry and exit trades
- Excellent confirmation tool when combined with support/resistance or trendline strategies
Indicator Example Chart (EUR/USD Daily)
The image below shows the Candles Ratio histogram during a strong bearish move on the EUR/USD H1 chart. Notice how the extended green line reflects increased buying pressure before the breakout.
How to Trade Using This Indicator
Buy Setup
- Look for the rising green histogram line above the zero line
- Confirm that candle bodies are increasing in size (strong buyers)
- Enter long when price breaks above recent resistance with strong green bars
Sell Setup
- Look for the declining green histogram line below the zero line
- Bearish candle bodies dominate and increase in size
- Enter short when price breaks support with confirmation of red bars
Stop Loss & Take Profit
- Stop Loss: Just above/below the last swing high/low
- Take Profit: Based on next support/resistance or 2x SL distance
Pros
- Simple and visual histogram-based momentum confirmation
- Adapts well to all trading styles
- Works on any timeframe
Cons
- Requires a second indicator to define entry zones (e.g., support/resistance)
- May produce delayed signals in highly volatile markets
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Candles Ratio + Support Resistance Identifier MT4 Breakout Strategy
What Is This Strategy About?
This strategy combines the Candles Ratio Forex Indicator with the Support Resistance Identifier Indicator to target breakout trades only when momentum aligns with structural market levels.
The Support Resistance Identifier automatically plots strong levels on your chart, while the Candles Ratio confirms the pressure behind a breakout—resulting in fewer false entries and stronger trend-following trades.
Buy Rules
- Support Resistance Indicator shows price near or testing a key resistance
- Candles Ratio histogram increases steadily above 0
- Enter buy trade once the price closes above the resistance level
- Stop Loss: 10–15 pips below the breakout candle low
- Take Profit: Next resistance level or 1.5x risk
Sell Rules
- Price tests support level shown by the Support Resistance Identifier
- Candles Ratio histogram declines in value below 0
- Sell after a strong bearish candle closes below support
- Stop Loss: Above the resistance break candle
- Take Profit: At the next support or 2x SL distance
Case Study 1: EUR/JPY H1 Chart Analysis
- Total Signals: 34 trades
- Winning Trades: 23 (67.6%)
- Average Win: +52 pips
- Average Loss: -22 pips
- Net Result: +766 pips in a 6-week backtest
Case Study 2: AUD/USD M30 Chart Analysis
- Total Signals: 49 trades
- Winning Trades: 32 (65.3%)
- Average Win: +35 pips
- Average Loss: -17 pips
- Net Result: +654 pips in 4 weeks
Advantages
- Combines visual momentum with structural price action
- High probability breakout trades with clear logic
- Can be automated or used manually with alerts
Drawbacks
- Requires discipline to wait for clean support/resistance breaks
- Performance can vary during low volatility sessions
Strategy Conclusion and Tips
For best results, apply this strategy during the London or New York session when momentum and volatility are at their peak.
Always avoid trading near major news releases, and consider testing various timeframes to match your style (M15–H1 recommended).
This system is reliable, rule-based, and highly adaptable to trending conditions.
Indicator Specifications
| Indicator | Candles Ratio Forex Indicator |
|---|---|
| Platform | MetaTrader 4 |
| Timeframes | All (best on M15–H4) |
| Inputs | Lookback period, smoothing filter, alert on/off |
FAQ Section
What does this indicator measure?
It calculates the relative strength between bullish and bearish candle bodies and shows this as a line histogram.
Can I use this with other indicators?
Yes. It works well with support/resistance tools, moving averages, or RSI to build stronger systems.
Is it beginner-friendly?
Yes. Visual simplicity makes it ideal for new traders looking to improve trade confirmation.
Can I use this on gold or indices?
Yes, the indicator works on all MT4 instruments, including gold (XAU/USD), NASDAQ, DAX, and cryptocurrencies.
Final Words
The Candles Ratio Forex Indicator gives you a real edge in understanding price pressure.
When used with the Support Resistance Identifier, it creates a smart, rule-based breakout strategy that can be applied to any market.
Download both indicators for free today and test them on your favorite pairs to start seeing real-time improvements in your trading.
