Trend Detection Index of Averages (MT5)

Trend Detection Index of Averages (TDIA) builds a composite trend index from multiple moving‑average families (EMA/SMA/WMA, etc.). The index reads direction, strength, and transition risk with zero‑line flips and slope/color cues in MetaTrader 5.

What it shows

• Composite index of average‑based signals → bull/bear regime via zero line.
• Slope/Color to visualize trend acceleration/deceleration.
• Filters for chop (flat index) vs impulse (rising/falling with breadth).
• (Optional) arrows/alerts — zero flips, level exits, slope changes, MTF confirmation.

Trade ideas

1. Flip → first pullback: after a zero‑line flip up, buy the first dip while TDIA stays above zero; mirror for shorts.
2. Ride the slope: when slope > 0 and price above structure, pyramid on higher‑low hooks; exit on slope loss.
3. Range fade: if TDIA is flat/oscillating around zero, fade extremes back to mean/structure.
4. Confluence: add S/R or higher TF MA; TDIA slope keeps the bias obvious.

Inputs that matter

• Base average(s) — EMA/SMA/WMA/JMA, etc.
• Periods/weights — composition of the index (responsiveness vs stability).
• Signal smoothing — low‑lag vs noise.
• Levels & alerts — flips, slope, exits, MTF agree/disagree.
• Colors/widths — quick visual read.

Suggested usage

• M5–M15: flips & first pullbacks.
• M30–H4: swing continuations (flip → pullback → resume).
• Daily+: regime map and risk tilt.

Installation (MT5)

1. Open MetaTrader 5 → File → Open Data Folder.
2. Copy trend-detection-index-of-averages.ex5 to MQL5/Indicators.
3. Restart MT5 (or refresh Navigator) and attach Trend Detection Index of Averages.
4. Tweak inputs → OK.

FAQ

Does it repaint? The index uses completed bars; no repaint on closed candles.
Use in EAs? Yes, via iCustom.
Markets? FX, indices, metals, crypto — anything on MT5.

Disclaimer: Test on a demo account first; risk management is essential.