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How do I set up an indicator already included in the software?

The NNFX Algo Tester software includes several indicators popular with and/or recommended by NNFX Traders. This allows for quick setup and does not require the indicator to be installed on the MT4. To...
How do I configure an indicator not included in the software (custom indicator)?

The NNFX Algo Tester allow you to "import" and use almost any indicator that is compatible with MT4. To do so, you must first add the indicator you want to use to your MT4 indicators folder. (To open ...
What are the Indicator Parameters?

Indicator parameters include all the information needed to use a given indicator. They are divided into 6 different types: Inputs, Name, Buffers,

Indicator Parameters - Setting up the indicator inputs (Manual configuration)

The NNFX Algo Tester allows you to configure indicator inputs in two different ways: Manually or via Set files. If you prefer to configure the indicator inputs using

Indicator Parameters - Setting up the indicator inputs (Set file configuration)

The NNFX Algo Tester allows you to configure indicator inputs in two different ways: Manually or via Set files. If you prefer to configure the indicator inputs manuall
Indicator Parameters - Indicator name considerations

To use a custom indicators you must enter their its and path. The indicator name should be entered exactly as it appears in the MT4 “Navigator” window (CTRL+N). If the indicator is in the MT4's Indica...
Indicator Parameters - What are Buffers and what are they for?

Indicator Buffers are numerical representations of indicator features such as lines, bars, balls, etc. An indicator can have several buffers or just one. The buffers that are required for custom indi...
Indicator Parameters - Add Levels to the indicator

Levels are fixed lines that combine with the element created by the indicator to create a signal. Levels are used in some indicators included in the software and by the Custom options ONE LEVEL CROSS ...
Indicator Parameters - Using an indicator together with a moving average (MA)

Moving averages are lines generated from an indicator element. It is possible to add a MA to our indicator and thus create a different form of use. This is necessary for some indicators included in th...
Indicator Parameters - Apply the indicator to another Time Frame.

By default the indicators are applied to the chart's timeframe or the one chosen for backtest. However you can choose a different timeframe for each indicator. This is possible due to the Time Frame p...
Choosing the right custom indicator option

The correct custom indicator option will depend on how your indicator works and the way in which you want to use it. Note: Custom indicator names often give you a clue as to which type they are. How...
Setting up a Custom ATR

The Custom ATR option allows you to use an external Average True Range indicator (ATR) in your algorithm instead of the basic ATR. You can see examples of Custom ATR indicators here: https://nnfxalg...
Setting up a Custom Baseline

The Custom Baseline option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see some examples of here: https://nnfxalgotester.com/he
Setting up a Custom Two Lines Cross indicator

The Two Lines Cross option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see examples of Two Lines Cross indicators here: https:/
Setting up a Custom One Level Cross indicator

The One Level Cross option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see examples of One Level Cross indicators here: https:/
Setting up a Custom Two Level Cross indicator

The Two Level Cross option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see examples of Two Level Cross indicators here: https:/
Setting up a Custom Line Cross With MA indicator

The Line Cross With MA option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see examples of Line Cross With MA indicators here:

Setting up a Custom Single Line Signal indicator

The Single Line Signal option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see examples of Single Line Signal indicators here: https://nnfxalgotester.
Setting up a Custom Histogram / Color indicator

The Histogram / Color option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see examples of Histogram / Color indicators here: https://nnfxalgotester.com/h
Setting up a Custom Arrows indicator

The Arrows option allows you to add an external indicator to your algorithm. You can see examples of Arrows indicators here: https://nnfxalgotester.com/help/arrows/. The option can also be used with...