The TTM Scalper Indicator for MT4 is a tool for identifying potential price reversals, ideal for scalping on short timeframes like M5 or swing trading on H1. Below, I’ll outline its application for EUR/USD, USD/JPY, GBP/USD, and XAUUSD on M5 and H1 charts, focusing on practical setups, strategies, and tips tailored to these timeframes.


TTM Scalper Indicator Overview



  • Function: Marks pivot highs/lows with colored bars (blue for bearish reversals, red for bullish reversals) to signal potential swing points.

  • Timeframes: M5 for fast-paced scalping (5-15 pip targets); H1 for longer-term scalping or swing trading (20-50 pip targets).

  • Instruments: Works well with EUR/USD, USD/JPY, GBP/USD (forex pairs), and XAUUSD (gold) due to their liquidity and volatility.


Application to Currency Pairs and XAUUSD


For each instrument, I’ll provide a strategy for M5 and H1, including entry/exit rules, complementary indicators, and risk management.


1. EUR/USD



  • Characteristics: High liquidity, tight spreads (0.5-1 pip), low volatility, ideal for scalping.

  • M5 Setup:

    • Strategy: Use TTM Scalper with Bollinger Bands (20, 2) and Stochastic (5, 3, 3).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar appears below the lower Bollinger Band, and Stochastic crosses above 20 (oversold).

      • Sell: Blue bar appears above the upper Bollinger Band, and Stochastic crosses below 80 (overbought).



    • Exit: Target 10-15 pips or exit when Stochastic reverses (e.g., crosses below 80 for buys). Set stop-loss 3-5 pips below/above the recent low/high.

    • Tip: Trade during London/New York session overlap (8 AM–12 PM EST) for optimal volume.



  • H1 Setup:

    • Strategy: Combine TTM Scalper with 50-period EMA and RSI (14).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar forms above the 50-EMA, and RSI > 50 (bullish momentum).

      • Sell: Blue bar forms below the 50-EMA, and RSI < 50 (bearish momentum).



    • Exit: Target 20-30 pips or exit when RSI crosses neutral (50). Stop-loss 10-15 pips beyond the pivot low/high.

    • Tip: Use H1 for swing trades during trending markets (check ADX > 25 for trend confirmation).



  • Note: EUR/USD’s low volatility makes it beginner-friendly, but avoid trading during news releases (e.g., ECB announcements).


TTM Scalper Indicator MT42. USD/JPY



  • Characteristics: Moderate volatility, tight spreads (0.8-1.5 pips), steady trends, especially during Asian/New York sessions.

  • M5 Setup:

    • Strategy: Pair TTM Scalper with ADX (9) and Williams %R (14).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar forms, ADX > 20 (trend strength), and Williams %R crosses above -80 (oversold).

      • Sell: Blue bar forms, ADX > 20, and Williams %R crosses below -20 (overbought).



    • Exit: Target 10-15 pips or exit when Williams %R reverses (e.g., crosses -20 downward for buys). Stop-loss 3-5 pips.

    • Tip: Focus on New York session (8 AM–5 PM EST) or early Asian session (7 PM–12 AM EST) for volatility.



  • H1 Setup:

    • Strategy: Use TTM Scalper with 20-period SMA and MACD (12, 26, 9).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar above 20-SMA, MACD line crosses above signal line.

      • Sell: Blue bar below 20-SMA, MACD line crosses below signal line.



    • Exit: Target 30-50 pips or exit on MACD reversal. Stop-loss 10-15 pips beyond pivot.

    • Tip: USD/JPY trends well on H1; confirm with ADX > 25 to avoid choppy markets.



  • Note: Watch for Bank of Japan interventions, which can spike volatility.


3. GBP/USD



  • Characteristics: High volatility, wider spreads (1-2 pips), best during London session.

  • M5 Setup:

    • Strategy: Combine TTM Scalper with 13-period SMA and Stochastic (5, 3, 3).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar below 13-SMA, Stochastic crosses above 20.

      • Sell: Blue bar above 13-SMA, Stochastic crosses below 80.



    • Exit: Target 10-20 pips or exit when Stochastic reverses. Stop-loss 5-7 pips.

    • Tip: Trade during London session’s first hour (3 AM–4 AM EST) for high volume.



  • H1 Setup:

    • Strategy: Use TTM Scalper with 50-period EMA and ADX (14).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar above 50-EMA, ADX > 20 (trend confirmation).

      • Sell: Blue bar below 50-EMA, ADX > 20.



    • Exit: Target 30-50 pips or exit when ADX falls below 20. Stop-loss 15-20 pips.

    • Tip: GBP/USD’s volatility suits H1 swing trading; avoid trading during low-volume hours (e.g., Asian session).



  • Note: Monitor UK economic data (e.g., BOE announcements) to avoid erratic moves.


TTM Scalper Indicator MT44. XAUUSD (Gold)



  • Characteristics: High volatility, wider spreads (10-20 pips), ideal for scalping during New York session.

  • M5 Setup:

    • Strategy: Pair TTM Scalper with ADX (9) and Williams %R (50, levels -70/-30).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar, ADX > 20, Williams %R crosses above -70.

      • Sell: Blue bar, ADX > 20, Williams %R crosses below -30.



    • Exit: Target 50-100 pips or exit when Williams %R reverses (e.g., crosses -30 downward for buys). Stop-loss 10-15 pips.

    • Tip: Trade during New York session (8 AM–5 PM EST) for liquidity; test on demo due to gold’s volatility.



  • H1 Setup:

    • Strategy: Use TTM Scalper with 20-period SMA and RSI (14).

    • Entry:

      • Buy: Red bar above 20-SMA, RSI > 50.

      • Sell: Blue bar below 20-SMA, RSI < 50.



    • Exit: Target 100-200 pips or exit when RSI crosses 50. Stop-loss 20-30 pips.

    • Tip: H1 suits gold’s larger swings; confirm trends with higher ADX (> 25).



  • Note: Gold is sensitive to US dollar strength and interest rate news; avoid trading during low-liquidity periods.


Installation on MT4



  1. Download the TTM Scalper Indicator (.ex4 file) from a trusted source (e.g., mql5.com).

  2. Copy to MT4’s Indicators folder (File > Open Data Folder > MQL4 > Indicators).

  3. Restart MT4, apply the indicator to an M5 or H1 chart for EUR/USD, USD/JPY, GBP/USD, or XAUUSD.

  4. Use default settings or adjust bar colors/timeframe sensitivity if desired.


General Tips and Risk Management



  • M5 Scalping:

    • Aim for quick trades (5-20 minutes), targeting small profits (10-20 pips for forex, 50-100 pips for gold).

    • Use tight stop-losses (3-7 pips for forex, 10-15 pips for gold) to manage risk.

    • Trade during high-volume sessions to avoid whipsaws.



  • H1 Swing Trading:

    • Hold trades for 1-4 hours, targeting larger moves (20-50 pips for forex, 100-200 pips for gold).

    • Use wider stop-losses (10-20 pips for forex, 20-30 pips for gold) to account for volatility.

    • Confirm trends with ADX or EMA to filter false signals.



  • Risk Management:

    • Risk 1-2% of account per trade.

    • Avoid overtrading; limit to 2-3 high-probability setups per session.

    • Test strategies on a demo account, especially for XAUUSD due to its volatility.



  • Complementary Tools:

    • Use Bollinger Bands, SMA/EMA, Stochastic, RSI, ADX, or Williams %R to confirm TTM Scalper signals.

    • Check economic calendars to avoid trading during high-impact news (e.g., FOMC, NFP).




Limitations



  • False Signals: The TTM Scalper can produce false signals in choppy or low-volume markets. Always confirm with additional indicators.

  • Broker Dependence: Scalping success depends on low spreads and fast execution. Choose ECN brokers for forex and gold.

  • Learning Curve: While beginner-friendly, mastering the indicator requires practice to interpret signals in context.


If you need a detailed step-by-step strategy for a specific pair/timeframe, indicator settings, or a chart analysis, let me know! I can also search for real-time market data or additional resources if you provide more context.


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