The Server Time Forex indicator for Metatrader 4 displays the actual server time in the upper left part of the main chart.
The indicator works for any broker of your preference.
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Indicator Chart (EUR/USD H4)
The picture below shows the Server Time Forex mt4 indicator in action on the trading chart.
Indicator Specifications
Trading Platform: Developed for Metatrader 4 (MT4)
Currency pairs: Works for any pair
Time frames: Works for any time frame
Input Parameters: Input symbol, style, color.
Indicator type: Data
Repaint? No.
XTC Forex Trend + Server Time Indicator MT4 Strategy
The XTC Forex Trend + Server Time Indicator MT4 strategy is a straightforward yet highly effective setup designed for traders seeking accurate timing and strong directional confirmation.
It combines the XTC Forex Trend Indicator, which displays market momentum through color-coded histogram bars, with the Server Time Forex Indicator, which shows the broker’s exact server time directly on the chart.
This strategy works best for traders who scalp or day trade during the most active sessions, such as the London and New York overlaps.
Knowing the correct server time ensures that you enter trades at the right moment, especially when major economic news is released or when liquidity spikes.
The XTC Forex Trend Indicator then confirms the direction of the move with precise buy and sell signals.
Buy Entry Rules
- Check the Server Time Indicator to confirm that you are trading within active market hours (London or New York session).
- Wait for the first blue histogram bar to appear on the XTC Forex Trend Indicator.
- Enter a buy trade at the close of the first blue bar.
- Place a stop loss just below the recent swing low or 15–20 pips, depending on volatility.
- Take profit when the histogram turns neutral or red, or after reaching 25–40 pips.
Sell Entry Rules
- Check that the current server time matches a high-liquidity session to avoid false signals.
- Wait for the first red histogram bar to appear on the XTC Forex Trend Indicator.
- Enter a sell trade at the close of that red bar.
- Set a stop loss just above the recent swing high or 15–20 pips.
- Take profit when the histogram turns neutral or blue, or after 25–40 pips of gain.
Advantages
- Combines time awareness with real trend direction for better decision-making.
- A clear visual histogram makes it easy to spot trend shifts instantly.
- Works well on M5, M15, and M30 charts for intraday trading.
- Helps avoid trading during low liquidity hours thanks to the time indicator.
- Minimal chart setup with no complex parameters to configure.
Drawbacks
- Dependence on active session timing limits opportunities outside main hours.
- The Server Time Indicator itself does not provide trading signals—it only supports timing awareness.
- Traders must remain alert to avoid missing quick intraday entries and exits.
Case Study 1: EURUSD London Open
At 08:00 server time, the London session opened with increased volatility.
The Server Time Indicator confirmed the active trading window.
The XTC Forex Trend Indicator displayed a blue histogram bar at 1.0850.
A buy trade was taken with a 15-pip stop loss.
Within 45 minutes, the price reached 1.0880 for a 30-pip profit.
The combination of precise session timing and trend momentum allowed for a clean and quick scalp trade.
Case Study 2: USDJPY New York Session
During the New York session around 14:00 server time, USDJPY printed a red histogram bar at 150.80.
A sell order was placed with a stop loss at 151.00.
The price dropped steadily to 150.40 within an hour, closing the trade with a 40-pip profit.
The trade aligned with both the active market hours and the bearish momentum signaled by the XTC indicator, demonstrating the power of synchronizing time awareness with trend direction.
Strategy Tips
- Trade only during the main sessions when spreads are tight and movement is stronger.
- Use the Server Time Indicator to confirm whether you’re within those peak hours before opening any position.
- Combine this setup with basic support and resistance zones for extra confirmation.
- Reduce position size during overlapping news releases to control risk.
- Backtest the strategy across different pairs to identify those most responsive to trend momentum.
The XTC Forex Trend + Server Time MT4 strategy is simple yet powerful for traders who rely on timing and direction.
When applied with discipline and proper session awareness, it can deliver consistent and well-timed trades in fast-moving forex markets.
