The ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator plots an adaptive moving average that speeds up in strong ADX trends and slows in chop, then shows price distance from it as an aqua (bull) / magenta (bear) histogram. Also, an alert fires when price crosses the adaptive MA.
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What the ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator Indicator does on the chart
The ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator plots an adaptive moving average whose smoothing speeds up when ADX shows a strong trend and slows down in chop, then shows the distance of price from that adaptive MA as a coloured histogram.
Also, aqua bars mean price is above the adaptive MA (bullish); magenta bars mean it is below (bearish). Also, still, an alert fires when price crosses the adaptive MA.
Key features and settings
- ADX-scaled adaptive moving average
- Histogram of price distance from the adaptive MA
- Aqua (above) / magenta (below) colouring
- Alert on the price/MA cross
- Adjustable ADX and MA periods
- Full alert system: popup, push notification to mobile MetaTrader, email, and sound — all four channels toggle independently from the inputs panel. Alerts fire once per closed bar so you never get spammed mid-tick.
- Built for both MT4 and MT5; works on every timeframe and every symbol your broker offers.
- Lightweight code that does not slow down the chart.
| Setting | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|
AdxPeriod |
ADX period that scales the adaptive smoothing | 14 |
MaPeriod |
Base moving-average period | 20 |
EnableAlerts |
Master toggle for the alert system | true |
EnablePopup |
MT4/MT5 popup dialog on signal | true |
EnablePushNotify |
Mobile push notification (configure MetaQuotes ID first) | false |
EnableEmail |
SMTP email (configure Tools -> Options -> Email) | false |
EnableSound |
Play .wav from MT4/Sounds on signal | false |
How to read signals from the ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator Indicator
The histogram colour is the bias; the cross is the trigger.
Entry idea (long). Bars flip aqua (price above the adaptive MA).
Entry idea (short). Bars flip magenta (price below).
In practice, Exit idea. Step aside when the bars flip against your position.
Tuning the ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator Indicator inputs
The ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator Indicator keeps a short, readable input list: a calculation period that sets how reactive it is, a signal-sensitivity control, and independent toggles for pop-up, sound, email and mobile push alerts. Thus, start with the defaults, then shorten the period on fast charts or lengthen it on higher timeframes. Alerts fire once per closed bar.
Recommended timeframes and instruments
ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator Indicator is a momentum tool, so match the timeframe to your holding period.
- M15 to H1 for intraday momentum entries.
- H4 to Daily for swing signals and divergence.
As a result, on M1 to M5 the readings turn faster and noisier, so confirm with price structure. Also, still, hence, common pairs are EURUSD, GBPUSD, AUDUSD and XAUUSD.
How to install on MT4 and MT5
Installation is the same for every indicator on this site. Next, unzip the download, copy the compiled .ex4 into your MT4 MQL4/Indicators folder (or the .ex5 into MT5 MQL5/Indicators), refresh the Navigator, then drag it onto the chart. For the full step-by-step with alert setup and troubleshooting, see our guide to installing MT4 and MT5 indicators.
Best practices and tips
- Do not fade momentum in a strong trend; overbought can stay overbought.
- Favour signals that align with the higher-timeframe direction, and watch for divergence against structure.
- Wait for the bar to close before acting on a signal.
- Backtest your configuration on at least 200 closed bars before trading live.
- Keep position sizing small while you learn how the tool behaves on your instrument.
- Review your results weekly and prune settings that underperform.
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FAQ
What does the ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator measure?
It plots a clear signal layer that the ADXVMA Histogram Oscillator computes from recent price and volume on the chart.
Is it non-repaint?
By default the indicator only confirms a signal on the bar close, so the printed signal locks in once that bar closes. Also, hence, truly, some users prefer the early intra-bar mode for faster signals — both options are in the inputs.
Which timeframe should I use?
There is no single best timeframe. Next, plainly, m15 to H1 is a common starting point for intraday traders, and H4 to D1 works for swing traders. Backtest the configuration on the timeframe you actually trade.
Does it work on instruments other than forex?
It works on any instrument MT4 and MT5 supports — forex majors, gold (XAUUSD), indices like US30 and NAS100, and major cryptos. In addition, fast-moving instruments may need a smaller period setting.
Can I add alerts?
Yes. Also, Pop-up, sound, push, and email alerts live in the inputs panel. On MT4 and MT5 the alert plays on the bar close that triggers the signal. Then, the indicator ships with full alert functionality built in: popup alerts on the chart, push notifications to mobile MetaTrader, email alerts, and a sound alert with a configurable .wav file. Still, you toggle each channel independently from the inputs panel (EnableAlerts, EnablePopup, EnablePushNotify, EnableEmail, EnableSound). Thus, alerts trigger once per closed bar.
For external background reading, see the technical indicator basics. Are results guaranteed?
No. Trading involves risk. Results are not guaranteed. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Use this indicator as one input. Always backtest before trading live.
Category: this is part of our Oscillators collection. Also, still, yet, hence, browse more Oscillators for MetaTrader, or explore every MT4 indicator and MT5 indicator on the site.
External references
- The core method is documented in MACD Histogram at StockCharts ChartSchool.
- Additional market context is at Oscillator at Investopedia.