About the ADX Trend MTF Buy Sell Indicator
The ADX Trend MTF Buy Sell indicator for MT4 is a trend-following trading tool designed to identify strong directional moves in the market.
It combines the Average Directional Index with Heiken Ashi price data to filter out weak conditions and focus on sustained trends.
This indicator operates on a multi-timeframe basis.
The ADX trend is displayed in a separate MT4 window, allowing traders to assess overall market strength, while buy and sell arrows are plotted directly on the main price chart for precise entries.
Green arrows signal bullish opportunities, while orange arrows signal bearish setups.
The indicator performs best in trending environments where momentum is clearly established.
Extreme ADX values fluctuate between 0.1094 and -0.1094, helping traders judge trend intensity.
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Key Features
- Combines ADX and Heiken Ashi for trend confirmation.
- Multi-timeframe ADX trend analysis.
- Clear buy and sell arrows on the price chart.
- Separate window displaying ADX trend strength.
- Designed for trending market conditions.
Indicator Chart
The chart displays the ADX Trend MTF Buy Sell indicator applied to an MT4 chart.
Buy and sell arrows appear on the main chart, while the ADX trend and strength are shown in a separate window.
This layout helps traders align entries with broader trend momentum.
Guide to Trade with ADX Trend MTF Buy Sell Indicator
Buy Rules
- Open a buy trade when a green arrow appears on the chart.
- Confirm that the ADX trend window shows bullish momentum.
- Prefer buy signals when higher timeframe trends agree.
- Avoid buy trades during low ADX strength conditions.
Sell Rules
- Open a sell trade when an orange arrow appears on the chart.
- Confirm that the ADX trend window shows bearish momentum.
- Prefer sell signals aligned with higher timeframe direction.
- Avoid sell trades when ADX values indicate weak trends.
Stop Loss
- Place the stop loss beyond the opposite Heiken Ashi candle color change.
- Use a volatility-based stop calculated from recent candle ranges.
- Widen stops slightly when ADX values indicate strong momentum.
Take Profit
- Take profit when an opposite signal arrow appears.
- Use trailing stops to stay in strong trends.
- Exit partial positions when ADX strength starts to weaken.
- Target higher timeframe support or resistance levels.
ADX Trend MTF + Best Forex Scalping Indicator Forex Scalping Strategy
This MT4 scalping strategy works by combining the directional strength of the ADX Trend MTF indicator with the fast entry confirmation from the Best Forex Scalping Indicator.
The ADX Trend MTF provides a clear indication of trend direction, using a green arrow for buy trends and an orange arrow for sell trends.
The Best Forex Scalping Indicator provides precise entry timing, indicated by blue arrows for buy signals and red arrows for sell signals.
When combined, the strategy helps you trade only in the correct direction and enter at moments of strong momentum.
This system is designed for scalpers who want clean visual signals, simple rules, and consistent short-term setups.
It works best on M5 and M15 charts where intraday momentum is strong and market conditions change quickly.
The dual-confirmation approach also helps eliminate weak entries and keeps you aligned with the prevailing trend.
Buy Entry Rules
- The ADX Trend MTF prints a green arrow, confirming a bullish trend.
- The Best Forex Scalping Indicator prints a blue arrow, confirming a buy signal.
- Enter a buy position once both conditions appear on the same candle close.
- Place the stop loss several pips below the most recent swing low.
- To take profit, either target 10–25 pips or exit when the indicator changes from a blue arrow to a red arrow.
Sell Entry Rules
- The ADX Trend MTF prints an orange arrow, confirming a bearish trend.
- The Best Forex Scalping Indicator prints a red arrow, confirming a sell signal.
- Enter a sell position once both conditions appear on the same candle close.
- Place the stop loss several pips above the most recent swing high.
- To take profit, either target 10–25 pips or exit when the indicator changes from a red arrow to a blue arrow.
Advantages
- Clear directional filtering from the ADX Trend MTF trend arrows.
- Fast and accurate buy and sell signals for quick scalping opportunities.
- Simple rules suitable for beginners and experienced traders.
- Works well during strong intraday trends.
Drawbacks
- Trend changes can be frequent during slow or ranging periods.
- Pairs with high spreads may reduce the effectiveness of the method.
Case Study 1: CAD/CHF M5 Uptrend Scalping
On the CAD/CHF M5 chart during the European session, the ADX Trend MTF printed a green arrow showing that a bullish phase had started.
A few candles later, the Best Forex Scalping Indicator printed a blue arrow near the top of a strong bullish candle.
A long position was taken at 0.6542, with a stop loss placed just below 0.6532.
Price pushed upward in a steady wave, confirming strong momentum.
Instead of using a fixed pip target, the trade was held until the indicator later switched from a blue arrow to a red arrow.
This happened at 0.6561, securing a clean 19-pip scalp in the direction of the trend.
Case Study 2: AUD/CAD M15 Downtrend Scalping
On the AUD/CAD M15 chart, the market entered a clear downtrend after the Sydney open.
The ADX Trend MTF printed an orange arrow near 0.8915, confirming bearish direction.
A few candles later, the Best Forex Scalping Indicator showed a red arrow at 0.8898, which triggered a sell entry.
The stop loss was positioned above the previous swing high at 0.8922.
The price continued moving downward with strong momentum.
The take-profit exit was executed when the indicator later switched from a red arrow to a blue arrow, closing the trade at 0.8876 for a 22-pip profit, achieved smoothly within the trend structure.
Strategy Tips
- Use the ADX Trend MTF arrow as your directional filter; never trade against it.
- Only enter when both the trend arrow and the signal arrow point in the same direction.
- Consider using color-change exits for dynamic profits instead of fixed pip targets.
- Move the stop loss to breakeven once the price moves halfway toward your expected target.
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FAQ
What role does ADX play in this indicator?
ADX measures trend strength. The indicator uses it to filter out weak or ranging markets and focus on directional moves.
Why are Heiken Ashi candles used?
Heiken Ashi smooths price movement and helps reduce noise, improving trend clarity when combined with ADX.
Can the multi-timeframe settings be adjusted?
Yes, traders can modify the timeframe used for ADX analysis to better match their trading style.
Summary
The ADX Trend MTF Buy Sell indicator for MT4 is built for traders who focus on momentum and sustained price direction.
By combining ADX strength with Heiken Ashi trend logic, it filters out many low-quality signals.
Its multi-timeframe perspective and flexible stop loss approaches make it a strong option for trend traders seeking structured entries and adaptive trade management in trending market environments.
