Quick Start Guide

Get up and running with TradeSgnl in minutes.

What You'll Learn

Check system compatibility
Ensure your OS and hardware meet the requirements
Verify your TradingView subscription
Make sure it supports webhook alerts
Install and configure the EA
Set up the expert advisor on your MetaTrader terminal
Connect to the TradeSgnl service
Activate your license and establish connection
Send and receive signals
Set up your first trading signals from TradingView

Time Required

This quick start guide takes approximately 15 minutes to complete.

Verify System Compatibility

Before getting started, make sure your operating system is compatible with TradeSgnl EA:

Compatible Operating Systems

Windows 10 and 11
All editions are supported
Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022
For VPS installations

Incompatible Systems

Windows 8 or older
These systems lack required security features
Windows Server 2012 or older
These server versions are no longer supported
MetaQuotes VPS
Due to DLL usage limitations

Checking Your Windows Version

How to check Windows version using winver command

Press Win+R, type 'winver' and press Enter to check your Windows version

Requirement

The EA may work with some limitations. For best results, we recommend using a Windows VPS.

Verify TradingView Plan

Make sure you have a TradingView plan that supports webhook alerts.

TradingView plans comparison highlighting webhook alert availability

TradingView plans comparison - Essential or higher required for webhooks

Requirement

TradingView Essential plan or higher is needed to send webhook alerts.

If you are using TradingView's free trial under any paid plan, you will be able to send webhook alerts during the trial period.

Check TradingView Plans →

Install TradeSgnl EA

Download and install the TradeSgnl EA package on your MetaTrader 5 terminal.

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Installation Checklist

Copy Files to Correct Folders

CopyTradeSgnl-MT5-EA-v0.01.ex5toMQL5/Expertsfolder

Experts Folder (for EA file)

Place EA (.ex5) file in the Experts folder

Copy DLL to Libraries Folder

CopyTradeSgnl-MT5-DLL-v0.01.dlltoMQL5/Librariesfolder

Libraries Folder (for DLL file)

Place DLL file in the Libraries folder

Restart MetaTrader

Restart MetaTrader 5 to apply changes

Important

The DLL imports setting must be enabled for the EA to function properly.

View detailed setup instructions →

Configure MT5 Settings

Enable required settings in MetaTrader 5 to allow DLL imports for the EA to function properly.

Required Settings

Open Expert Settings

Go to Tools → Options → Expert Advisors tab

Enable Required Options

CheckAllow algorithmic trading

CheckAllow DLL imports

MetaTrader 5 settings window showing required EA settings

Required settings in MetaTrader 5 Expert tab

Important

Important: The DLL imports setting must be enabled for the EA to function properly.

View detailed configuration instructions →

Setup TradeSgnl EA

Attach the EA to any chart and configure the required settings.

Setup Steps

1. Open any chart in MetaTrader 5

2. Drag-and-drop TradeSgnl-MT5-EA-v0.01 from Navigator to the chart

Enter Your License Code

3. In the EA properties window, go to the Inputs tab:

Enter yourLicense Code

CheckReceive trade signalsto enable signal reception

Where to find your license code in TradeSgnl dashboard

Your license code can be found in your TradeSgnl dashboard

EA settings window showing Receive trade signals option and License Code field

Connection Indicator:

You should see "Connected" in the EA information panel

MetaTrader chart showing connected TradeSgnl EA

Chart with successfully connected EA showing 'Connected' status

Need more details?

Need more details? For advanced configuration options and troubleshooting tips, check out our complete setup guide.

View full setup guide →

Send Test Signal

Send a test signal to verify your setup is working correctly.

TradingView Alert Setup

1. Create an alert in TradingView

2. Set webhook URL: https://webhook.tradesgnl.com

3. Format alert message with your license code at the beginning:

LicenseID,BTCUSD,buy,risk=0.01

Replace LIcenseID with your actual license code from your account.

TradingView Alert Setup Steps:

Step 1: Configure alert settings

Configuring alert settings in TradingView

Set up alert conditions in the Settings tab

Step 2: Set up alert message

Setting up alert message in TradingView's Message tab

Enter Alert name and signal message with license code in the Message tab

Step 3: Configure webhook URL

Enter webhook URL: https://webhook.tradesgnl.com

Tip

Start with a small volume (risk=0.01) for testing. If done correctly, you should see a buy position for BTCUSD open on your terminal.

Try These Examples:

LicenseID,GBPUSD,buy,risk=0.01

LicenseID,EURUSD,sell,risk=0.01,sl=30,tp=60,comment=Strategy1

Complete signal syntax guide →

Signal Parameters

Familiarize yourself with the TradeSgnl syntax and try different parameters.

Required Parameters

Parameter	Required	Description	Example
Symbol	Yes	Trading instrument	`EURUSD, BTCUSD`
Action	Yes	Trade action	`buy, sell, closebuy, closesell`
Volume	Yes	Trading size (risk parameter)	`risk=0.01`

Optional Parameters

Parameter	Required	Description	Example
sl	No	Stop-loss in pips	`sl=30`
tp	No	Take-profit in pips	`tp=50`
comment	No	Trade comment	`comment=Strategy1`

Try These Examples:

YOUR_LICENSE_CODE,GBPUSD,buy,risk=0.01,sl=40,tp=80

YOUR_LICENSE_CODE,EURUSD,sell,risk=0.01,sl=30,tp=60,comment=Strategy1

Complete signal syntax guide →

Next Steps

Now that you've set up the basics, you might want to explore these advanced topics:

Advanced Configuration

Learn about risk management settings, trailing stops, and breakeven features.

TradingView Integration

Set up TradingView alerts to automatically send signals to your EA.

Advanced Features

Explore pyramid trading, recovery systems, and other advanced capabilities.

Need Additional Help?

Our support team is ready to assist you with any questions you might have.

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