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CCI Angle Forex Indicator (MT4)

About the Indicator

The CCI Angle Forex indicator for Metatrader 4 provides solid buy and sell signals and can also be used as a trend filter.

The indicator appears in a separate MT4 chart window in the form of colored green bars.

CCI Angle can be used for both trade entry and exit, or to confirm trading signals issued by other trading systems or strategies.

For scalping and day trading purposes, the indicator tends to work the best during the London and U.S. market sessions.

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Benefits of Using the CCI Angle Indicator

  • Helps quantify trend momentum and slope dynamics
  • Improves timing by detecting early pullbacks or burst moves
  • Perfect for both trend-following and reversal strategies

Indicator Example Chart (EUR/USD H1)

The example chart below displays the CCI Angle MT4 indicator in action on the trading chart.

Pros

  • Visual and numeric momentum slope analysis
  • Helps anticipate trend continuation or weakening
  • Versatile for different trading styles

Cons

  • May lag slightly at sudden reversal points
  • Requires confirmation in choppy markets

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Strategy: CCI Angle + Ehlers Histogram Oscillator

This strategy combines the CCI Angle Forex Indicator with the Ehlers Histogram Forex Oscillator.

While CCI Angle measures slope and momentum direction, the Ehlers Histogram confirms momentum magnitude and potential turning points through smoothed oscillator tiers.

Buy Rules:

  • CCI Angle shows 3 consecutive green bars
  • Ehlers Histogram bars turn blue
  • Enter long after confirmation candle closes above swing high
  • Stop loss below the recent swing low
  • Take profit at 1.5–2× risk or next resistance level

Sell Rules:

  • CCI Angle shows 3 consecutive green bars
  • Ehlers Histogram bars turn red
  • Enter short after confirmation candle closes below swing low
  • Stop loss above the swing high
  • Target support or fixed pip objective based on volatility

EUR/USD H1 Chart Analysis (Sample Period)

  • Total Signals: 47 trades
  • Winning Trades: 33 (70.2%)
  • Average Win: +22 pips
  • Average Loss: −11 pips
  • Net Result: +602 pips over the test period

GBP/AUD M30 Chart Analysis (Sample Period)

  • Total Signals: 54 trades
  • Winning Trades: 35 (64.8%)
  • Average Win: +20 pips
  • Average Loss: −12 pips
  • Net Result: +500 pips overall

Advantages of This Strategy

  • Combines slope dynamics and oscillator confirmation
  • Reduces false entries by confirming direction and momentum
  • Effective on timeframes from M30 to H1

Drawbacks

  • May lag during very sharp trend reversals
  • Less effective in ranging environments without a clear slope

Strategy Conclusion and Tips

This strategy capitalizes on the CCI Angle’s sensitivity to slope changes and the Ehlers Histogram’s momentum precision.

By requiring both indicators to align, you filter out many low-quality setups and capture stronger directional moves.

Best used during active market sessions with a defined structure; avoid trading during news releases and always apply strict risk management.

Indicator Specifications

Indicator CCI Angle
Platform MetaTrader 4
Timeframes All; best on M30–H1
Pairs Major, minor Forex pairs, and metals
Inputs CCI period, angle sensitivity, thresholds, alerts

FAQ Section

Can it be used on crypto or indices?

Yes, it works on any asset supported by MT4, including cryptocurrency pairs and indices.

Can it be used as a standalone indicator?

No, combine it with other indicators or price action tools.

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