DAT Trend (MT4)

DAT Trend (Directional Adaptive Trend) highlights trend direction + quality with an adaptive core line, optional signal dots/arrows, and alerts. The aim is cleaner trend‑following and timelier pullback entries in MetaTrader 4.

What it shows

• DAT line — adaptive trend baseline with slope/flip logic.
• Signal markers — pullback‑to‑trend and flip points (if enabled).
• Zones/filters — optional higher‑TF or strength filters to avoid chop.

Trade ideas

1. Follow the slope: trade in the direction of the rising DAT for longs and falling DAT for shorts.
2. First pullback: after a fresh flip, take the first pullback that respects the DAT line.
3. Add/scale: add on higher‑low (uptrend) or lower‑high (downtrend) while the line keeps its slope.
4. (Optional) Exit/risk: trail below/above the DAT or the most recent swing opposite the slope.

Inputs that matter

• Base period / adaptive factor — responsiveness vs smoothness.
• Price source — Close/HL2/HLCC/Weighted.
• Signals — arrows/dots on flips or pullback confirmations.
• Alerts — slope flips, pullback confirms, higher‑TF alignments.
• Colors/widths — faster visual read.

Suggested usage

• M5–M15: intraday trend‑following + pullback timing.
• M30–H4: swing continuations and trend add‑ons.
• Daily+: portfolio‑level trend regime filter.

Installation (MT4)

1. Open MetaTrader 4 → File → Open Data Folder.
2. Copy dat-trend-indicator.ex4 to MQL4/Indicators.
3. Restart MT4 (or refresh Navigator) and attach DAT Trend.
4. Tweak inputs → OK.

FAQ

Does it repaint? No on closed bars; flips confirm at candle close.
Use in EAs? Yes, via iCustom.
Markets? FX, indices, metals — anything your broker offers on MT4.

Disclaimer: Test on a demo account first; use strict risk management.