Quick Start Guide
This is the fastest single-path setup. Install the EA, attach it to a chart, load one preset, enable Auto Trading, and you’re done.
One Path, Four Steps
Install BananaEA in MT4
Download the latest BananaEA.zip from Customer Portal
Extract the zip and copy the MQL4 folder to your MT4 Terminal directory
Click "Yes to All" when prompted to merge files
Restart MT4
See: Installation Guide for detailed steps
Attach BananaEA to a chart
Open the Navigator (Ctrl+N) → Experts → drag BananaEA onto your chart.
In the dialog, allow "Allow live trading" as appropriate.
✨ NEW (v4.4.4): EA starts in PAUSED mode for safety - YOU control when trading begins!
Load a professional preset (.set)
Right-click your chart → Expert Advisors → Properties → Inputs → Load.
Choose a preset from your
MQL4/Presets/folder.Don’t have one yet? Get one here: iTradeAims Optimization Sets
Enable Auto Trading & Activate EA
Turn on the Auto Trading button (it should be green).
✅ Click the TC button to activate - EA starts in PAUSED mode (v4.4.4 safety feature)
TC button cycles: PAUSED → AUTO → MANAGE → PAUSED (v4.4.1 three-state control)
The BananaEA panel will appear and start operating with your loaded preset.
What to Expect
Automated mode (Magic ≠ 0): EA scans for valid patterns, places orders per preset logic, sets SL/TP, and manages exits.
Trade Management mode (Magic = 0): EA manages your existing manual trades—applies SL/TP and updates within ~1–2 seconds.
Quick Tips
Start on a demo account for about a week.
Use the Balanced preset first; change one setting at a time.
Keep per-trade risk ≤ 2% and begin with small sizes.
Consider a VPS if you want 24/5 operation.
Next Steps
Go deeper here: Installation Guide → Strategy Breakdown → Risk Management
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