TradeSgnl EA Setup Guide

Step-by-step instructions to get the EA running on your MetaTrader 5 terminal.

This setup guide takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.

Verify System Compatibility

Before installing, ensure your system meets the requirements:

Compatible Operating Systems

Windows 10 and 11
Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022

How to check Windows version using winver command

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

Download TradeSgnl EA Files

From your TradeSgnl dashboard, download the EA package which includes all required files:

Access Downloads Page

TradeSgnl dashboard downloads page showing EA files

TradeSgnl dashboard downloads area with EA files

The package should include these essential files:

Required Files

TradeSgnl-MT5-EA.ex5
The Expert Advisor file
TradeSgnl-MT5-DLL.dll
Required for connection with the signal server

Tip

Make sure you have received BOTH required files. The EA will not function without the DLL file, even though only the EA file will be visible in your Navigator panel.

Configure MT5 Settings

Go to the MT5 options to enable necessary settings for the EA to function properly: Tools → Options → Expert Advisors

MetaTrader 5 options window showing required settings

Naviagate to Tools → Options in MetaTrader 5

CheckAllow algorithmic trading

CheckAllow DLL imports

Enable ' Allow algorithmic trading' and 'Allow DLL imports' in Expert Advisors tab

Important

Without enabling DLL imports, the EA will not be able to function properly as it relies on the DLL for communication with the signal server.

Install TradeSgnl EA

Follow these steps to install the TradeSgnl EA on your MetaTrader 5 terminal:

Step 1: Access the MT5 Data Folder

In the main menu, click File → Open Data Folder

MetaTrader 5 File menu showing Open Data Folder option

File → Open Data Folder in MetaTrader 5

In your data folder, navigate to MQL5 → Experts folder

Open MQL5 folder in MetaTrader 5 data folder

Open Experts folder in MQL5 directory

Step 2: Copy EA and DLL File to the Experts Folder

File for Experts Folder

TradeSgnl-MT5-EA.ex5
TradeSgnl-MT5-DLL.dll

MQL5 folder structure showing Experts folder

Copying EA (.ex5) and DLL (.dll) file to the MQL5/Experts folder

Step 3: Refresh Expert Advisors

In MetaTrader 5, right-click on Expert Advisors in the Navigator panel and select Refresh to make the TradeSgnl EA visible.

Refreshing Expert Advisors in MetaTrader 5 Navigator panel

Right-click on Expert Advisors and select 'Refresh' to see the newly installed EA

Connect EA

Step 1: Attach EA to Chart

1. Open a price chart for any symbol in MetaTrader 5

2. In the Navigator panel, under the Expert Advisors section, drag the TradeSgnl-MT5-EA onto the chart

Attaching the EA to a chart in MetaTrader 5

You can also right-click on the EA and select 'Attach to chart'

Step 2: Enter License ID

1. When the EA properties window appears, go to the Inputs tab

2. Enter your License ID (found in your TradeSgnl dashboard)

3. Click OK to save and start the EA

EA Inputs tab showing license code and other settings

EA Properties Inputs tab - Enter your license ID

License ID Location

You can find your License ID in your TradeSgnl dashboard under the "Connections" section.

Step 3: Verify Connection Status

You should see "Connected" in the EA Dashboard panel on your chart

MetaTrader chart showing connected EA status

Successfully connected EA showing 'Connected' status and license information

Tip

You only need to attach the EA to one chart. It will process signals for all symbols.

Troubleshooting Connection Issues:

If you don't see "Connected" status:

Troubleshooting Steps

Check file installation
Ensure EA file and DLL file are both in the MQL5/Experts folder
Verify DLL imports
Make sure DLL imports are enabled in MT5 settings (Tools → Options → Expert Advisors)
Confirm license ID
Verify your license ID is entered correctly in the EA inputs
Restart MetaTrader
Sometimes a simple restart can resolve connection issues
Check internet connection
Ensure your computer has stable internet access

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