EA Setup
Complete setup guide for TradeSgnl. Learn how to install and configure the Expert Advisor, connect your trading account, and start automated trading.
Step-by-step instructions to get the EA running on your MetaTrader 5 terminal.
This setup guide takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete.
Prerequisites
Before installing, confirm your system meets requirements and grab the EA files from the portal.
Verify System Compatibility. Before installing, ensure your system meets the requirements.
Compatible operating systems:
- Windows 10 and 11
- Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022
Download TradeSgnl EA Files. From your TradeSgnl dashboard, download the EA package which includes all required files.
Access Downloads Page
The package should include these essential files:
TradeSgnl-MT5-EA.ex5— the Expert Advisor fileTradeSgnl-MT5-DLL.dll— required for connection with the signal server
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 the EA
Configure MetaTrader 5 to allow EA execution, then copy the EA and DLL into the Experts folder so MT5 can load them.
Configure MT5 Settings. Go to the MT5 options to enable necessary settings for the EA to function properly: Tools → Options → Expert Advisors.
Enable the following options:
- Check Allow algorithmic trading
- Check Allow DLL imports
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.
In your data folder, navigate to MQL5 → Experts folder.
Step 2: Copy EA and DLL File to the Experts Folder
Copy both of these files into the MQL5/Experts folder:
TradeSgnl-MT5-EA.ex5TradeSgnl-MT5-DLL.dll
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.
Connect & Verify
Attach the EA to a chart, plug in your license, and confirm the connection is live.
Connect EA.
Step 1: Attach EA to Chart
- Open a price chart for any symbol in MetaTrader 5.
- In the Navigator panel, under the Expert Advisors section, drag the TradeSgnl-MT5-EA onto the chart.
Step 2: Enter License ID
- When the EA properties window appears, go to the Inputs tab.
- Enter your License ID (found in your TradeSgnl dashboard).
- Click OK to save and start the EA.
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.
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:
- Check file installation — ensure EA file and DLL file are both in the
MQL5/Expertsfolder. - 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.
CloudConnect
Connect your MT5 broker directly from the portal. Each account gets a managed terminal with the TradeSgnl EA pre-installed — live balance and equity in your dashboard, 24/7 uptime.
EA Settings
Learn how to configure TradeSgnl EA settings and trading parameters. Optimize risk management, position sizing, and trading behavior.