Info Panel Forex Indicator (MT4)

About the Indicator

The Info Panel Forex Indicator for MT4 is a powerful tool designed to give traders a quick overview of vital trading information, right on the chart.

It consolidates key data like spread, time left on the current candle, chart symbol, and timeframe in a compact visual panel.

This makes it ideal for traders who value clean charts and informed decisions.

Key Features

• Displays real-time spread (difference between bid and ask prices)
• Shows a countdown timer for the current candle/bar
• Displays the symbol and timeframe of the active chart
• Minimal design to avoid chart clutter
• Highly responsive and resource-light
• Supports all MT4 timeframes and currency pairs

How It Works

Once attached to any MT4 chart, the Info Panel auto-generates a live dashboard.

It updates continuously to show current spread levels, the time remaining on the open candle, the trading symbol, and the chart’s timeframe.

This allows you to gauge market conditions instantly, especially useful when timing entries or exits.

Free Download

Download the “access-panel.mq4” indicator for MT4

Benefits of Using the Indicator

• Gives you a complete view of essential trading info at a glance
• Enhances decision-making by offering live market context
• Reduces the need for switching between tools or tabs
• Improves focus by keeping charts clean and streamlined
• Helpful for scalping, day trading, and swing trading strategies

Indicator Example Chart (GBP/USD M5)

How To Trade Using This Indicator

While the Info Panel is not a signal-based indicator, it plays a supportive role in improving trade execution and timing.

Here’s how traders use it effectively:

Buy Setup Example

• Monitor the spread on the panel; aim for tight spreads during major sessions
• Use the candle timer to plan a precise entry as the new bar opens
• Combine with other entry confirmation tools like RSI, support levels, or trendlines

Sell Setup Example

• Watch for widening spreads as a sign of volatility or exit timing
• Use the timer to avoid entering trades mid-candle during high noise
• Pair with resistance zones or trend reversals for sell entries

Stop Loss & Take Profit

Because the indicator does not provide signals, stop loss and take profit levels should be determined using your existing strategy or technical analysis.

However, by helping you better time your entry, the panel can assist in achieving tighter stop losses and more accurate targets.

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Info Panel + Pips Hunter Forex Strategy for MT4

This strategy combines the analytical strength of the Info Panel Forex Indicator with the trend confirmation of the Pips Hunter Indicator.

The goal is to provide traders with a full-market overview, including currency strength and volatility analysis, while using Pips Hunter to generate accurate buy and sell entries.

This hybrid approach gives traders a smart way to trade in the direction of strength and momentum, with lower risk and more confidence.

What Is This Strategy About?

The Info Panel Indicator serves as your market scanner—it shows real-time currency strength, current spreads, and volatility conditions.

This allows you to quickly identify which currency pairs are active and which direction they are leaning.

Once a strong pair and trend direction are identified, the Pips Hunter Indicator is used to pinpoint optimal trade entries with its trend-following signals.

Buy Rules

Conditions:

• The Info Panel shows strong bullish strength for the base currency (e.g., EUR is strong, USD is weak in EUR/USD).
• The market volatility reading on the Info Panel is moderate to high (avoid low volatility conditions).
• The Pips Hunter Indicator confirms an uptrend or generates a bullish entry signal.

Entry:

Enter a buy position when the Pips Hunter gives a bullish signal on a pair that matches the strength bias shown by the Info Panel.

Stop Loss:

Set the stop loss just below the most recent swing low or dynamic support level. A typical range is 15–30 pips, depending on the timeframe.

Take Profit:

Target at least a 2:1 reward-to-risk ratio, or trail your stop loss using swing highs or the Pips Hunter trendline shift.

Sell Rules

Conditions:

• The Info Panel shows weakness in the base currency and strength in the quote currency (e.g., GBP weak, JPY strong in GBP/JPY).
• Volatility is healthy enough for the price to move (avoid dead zones).
• The Pips Hunter Indicator gives a bearish signal.

Entry:

Open a short trade at the close of the candle where Pips Hunter confirms a sell setup, provided it aligns with the Info Panel’s strength and volatility signals.

Stop Loss:

Place the stop just above the nearest swing high or resistance zone. Typical range: 15–30 pips.

Take Profit:

Use a fixed risk-reward or exit when trend momentum weakens, as shown by Pips Hunter, or when the Info Panel strength balance shifts.

Advantages

• Combines real-time market context with entry precision.
• Reduces false signals by filtering trades through strength and volatility conditions.
• Works well on all major and cross pairs, especially during the London and New York sessions.
• Adapts to multiple trading styles, including scalping, day trading, and short-term swing trading.

Drawbacks

• Requires active monitoring of both indicators.
• May generate fewer signals due to strict filtering—patience is required.
• Performance drops during low volatility or news spikes.

Conclusion

The Info Panel + Pips Hunter Strategy helps traders stay in sync with the strongest market flows while avoiding weak and choppy setups.

Use the Info Panel Forex Indicator to identify high-probability trade pairs and the Pips Hunter Indicator to trigger clean, confirmed entries.

This combination creates a professional-level setup that improves your odds of consistent profitability when followed with discipline.

Examples, Case Data, Back Test, Pros & Cons

Pros

• Clear and concise real-time trading data
• Zero lag – extremely lightweight on MT4
• Perfect for fast-paced trading environments

Cons

• No buy/sell signals included
• Should be combined with a trading system for entries

Case Usage

Scalpers and short-term traders report improved timing accuracy when using this indicator, especially in volatile markets where seconds count.

The countdown and spread visibility allow for more calculated entries and exits.

Indicator Specifications

Final Words

The Info Panel Forex Indicator is a must-have addition to any MT4 trader’s toolkit.

Though it doesn’t generate signals, its real-time data display dramatically improves trade timing and situational awareness.

Whether you’re scalping on the M1 or swing trading on H4, having constant access to spread and candle timing puts you in control of your trades.