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TradeSgnl EA Setup Guide

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

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-v0.01.ex5

    The Expert Advisor file

  • TradeSgnl-MT5-DLL-v0.01.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.

Install TradeSgnl EA

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

Step 1: Access the MT5 Data Folder

1. Open your MetaTrader 5 platform

2. In the main menu, click File → Open Data Folder

3. This will open your MT5 data directory

MetaTrader 5 File menu showing Open Data Folder option
File → Open Data Folder in MetaTrader 5
MetaTrader 5 data folder structure
MetaTrader 5 data folder structure
Tip
You can also access the data folder by right-clicking on the MetaTrader 5 icon in your Navigator panel, then selecting "Open Data Folder".

Step 2: Copy EA File to the Experts Folder

In your data folder, navigate to MQL5 → Experts and copy the following file:

File for Experts Folder

  • TradeSgnl-MT5-EA-v0.01.ex5

MQL5 folder structure showing Experts folder
Copying EA (.ex5) file to the MQL5/Experts folder

Step 3: Copy the DLL File to the Libraries Folder

In your data folder, navigate to MQL5 → Libraries and copy the following file:

File for Libraries Folder

  • TradeSgnl-MT5-DLL-v0.01.dll

MQL5 folder structure showing Libraries folder
Copying DLL file to the MQL5/Libraries folder
Tip
If you already have an older version of the EA, it's recommended to delete all previous files before copying the new versions to avoid any conflicts.

Configure MetaTrader Settings

You must enable DLL imports for the EA to function properly:

1. In MetaTrader 5, click Tools → Options

2. Select the Expert Advisors tab

3. Check the box for Allow DLL imports

4. Click OK to save changes

MetaTrader 5 options window showing required settings
Enable 'Allow DLL imports' in Expert Advisors tab

Enable Auto Trading

Make sure that algorithmic trading is enabled in MetaTrader 5:

1. Look for the "Algo Trading" button in the top toolbar

2. Make sure it's enabled (highlighted in green)

3. If it's disabled (red or gray), click it to enable

MetaTrader 5 toolbar showing AutoTrading button enabled
AutoTrading button enabled (green) in MetaTrader 5 toolbar
Tip
If you're unable to enable AutoTrading, check if your account has trading enabled and if there are any broker restrictions.

Attach the EA to Chart

Attach the TradeSgnl EA to any chart in your MetaTrader 5 terminal:

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

It doesn't matter which symbol or timeframe you choose; the EA will work with any chart

2. Open the Navigator panel by pressing Ctrl+N or clicking View → Navigator

3. In the Navigator panel, expand the Expert Advisors section

4. If you don't see TradeSgnl EA, right-click in the Expert Advisors area and select Refresh

5. Once visible, either:

• Double-click on TradeSgnl-MT5-EA

• Or drag and drop TradeSgnl-MT5-EA onto your chart

Attaching the EA to a chart in MetaTrader 5
Navigator panel showing the EA that can be attached to the chart
Tip
You only need to attach the EA to one chart. It will process signals for all symbols, regardless of which chart it's attached to.

Configure EA Settings

When you attach the EA, a configuration window will appear. Configure the following settings:

Step 1: Common Tab Settings

1. In the EA properties window, go to the Common tab

2. Check Allow Algo Trading

EA properties Common tab with Allow algorithmic trading checked
EA Properties Common tab - Enable 'Allow algorithmic trading'

Step 2: Dependencies Tab Settings

1. Go to the Dependencies tab

2. Check Allow DLL imports

EA properties Dependencies tab with Allow DLL imports checked
EA Properties Dependencies tab - Enable 'Allow DLL imports'

Step 3: Inputs Tab Settings

1. Go to the Inputs tab

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

3. Set Receive trade signals to true

4. Configure other settings as needed (or leave as default for now)

5. Click OK to save and start the EA

EA Inputs tab showing license code and other settings
EA Properties Inputs tab - Enter your license code and enable 'Receive trade signals'

Verify Connection Status

After setting up and starting the EA, verify that it has successfully connected to the TradeSgnl server:

Connection Indicator:

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

MetaTrader chart showing connected EA status
Successfully connected EA showing 'Connected' status and license information
Troubleshooting Connection Issues:

If you don't see "Connected" status:

Troubleshooting Steps

  • Check file installation

    Ensure EA file is in the Experts folder and the DLL file is in the Libraries folder

  • Verify DLL imports

    Make sure DLL imports are enabled in both MT5 settings and EA properties

  • Confirm license code

    Verify your license code 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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