ARROWS NOT DISPLAYING ON CHART MT5

[Vortrexcian]

Hi All

I have created a indicator that displays an arrow when conditions are met.
I have saved the project and loaded it, into MT5.
I used MT5 testing program and it all works 100% when running a back test.

However, as soon as I load the indicator to chart, it loads as ( Firstly ) a EA and ( Secondaly ) the arrows do not appear on the chart.

I have switched "Allow Auto Algo" on on the indicator and also the Algo trader is switched on, in MT5, still no arrows on chart.

Again, ran a back test within MT5 and the arrows appear on the tester, but still not on the live chart.

Any suggestions to what could cause this?

[jstap]

You will have to elaborate on this problem, FX doesn't create indicators, so it has always been a EA

[Vortrexcian]

@jstap

Okay, makes sence and thx for the reply.

I'll rephase.

Created an EA that merely shows arrows.
Also created it as a script as to try and resolve the issue.

I have saved both as EA and Script.
Loaded both to MT5.

Script doest work, period. ( not sure what Im doing wrong )

The EA loads and I can run it in MT5 tester, where it shows the arrows, but when I load it to chart ( live market ) it doesnt show anything. ( Doesnt do anything )

[jstap]

Add shared links to look at, may see the problem

[Vortrexcian]

https://fxdreema.com/shared/ibE18oIsb

[jstap]

Every time the adx x> you should get an arrow, how long did you leave this running on live for?

[Vortrexcian]

+- 20min, conditions were met a few times.
You think I should run it longer?

[Vortrexcian]

Also, should I leave the Algo switched on and allow the EA to trade or would it work if the Algo id off as well?

Since there's no Sell or buy, from what I understand, it should still display the arrow though or am I wrong?

[jstap]

No, but it's worth a try. Although for me what happens in backtest works in live (this is MT4 experience), It might be worth taking a screenshot of when it fails and passing it onto admin.

[Vortrexcian]

Thx, will give it ago and see what happens, if it fails, will do as you suggested.
Thx again for the assist.

[Vortrexcian]

Hay Bud @jstap

No idea what happened, but its working now.
The Algo is switched off as well and its displaying the arrow...

Dude, whatever it is, thx man...

[Vortrexcian]

Now I have to try and get the arrow to appear above the candle and not below

[jstap]

This could be done by using candle open, adjusted to + or - x.xx pips or ATR, high/low/close will constantly change

[Vortrexcian]

Thx bud, appreciate it.

[Vortrexcian]

@jstap Hay, hope you are well.

Again, thank you for the help man, it's much appreciated.

I'm extremely new to this and struggling to place the arrow above the "Candle Bars"

Could you please explain ( in detail ) where do I go ( in the settings and where exacly ) to set the arrow/s to display above the "candle bar"

Your assistance would greatly be appreciated!

[Vortrexcian]

Here's the link https://fxdreema.com/shared/mv14M3h9d

[l'andorrà]

@Vortrexcian Your settings are correct. I would just add this in the 'adjust' tab to make the arrow appear on a higher position:

You should use a negative number to position it in a lower position, though.

[jstap]

in the picture is how to place the arrow + ATR distance above the candle open, average candle size over 100 candles: this is above divided by 2 +iATR(NULL,0,100,1)/2 - this is below divided by 2 -iATR(NULL,0,100,1)/2

[Vortrexcian]

@l-andorrà @jstap

You guys are #Legends.

Thank you so very much for this, can't believe it was staring me straight in the face "OOF"

Greatly appreciate it guys, thank you...

[l'andorrà]

You're welcome.