Convert Tradingview Indicator to MT4

20 May. 2025
 

convert trading view indicator to mt4

If you've found an interesting TradingView indicator and want to work on it in MetaTrader 4, you are not the only one wanting it. Most like TradingView for its clean interface and advanced tools, while they prefer putting through trades on MT4. Well, the good news is indicators can be converted from TradingView to MT4 if you apply the correct method.


In this blog, we'll show you step by step how to do it in simple terms.


Why Convert TradingView Indicators to MT4?

TradingView has a rich collection of community-built indicators in Pine Script. MT4 is the platform where actual trading takes place because of broker support, EAs, and fast execution.

By converting a TradingView indicator to MT4, you get:

  • Great visuals + actual execution
  • One-click MT4 trading
  • Freedom to automate the logic embedded in the indicator


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Step-by-Step: Convert TradingView Indicator to MT4

1. Understand the Original Code

TradingView indicators are in Pine Script. To convert an indicator for MT4, one must analyze the logic the Pine Script code follows:

  • What does the indicator do?
  • Is it based on moving averages, RSI, MACD, or something custom?
  • What are the input parameters?


You can find the Pine Script in the "Pine Editor" section inside TradingView.


2. Translate Pine Script to MQL4.

MT4 generally speaks a different language, called MQL4. You would really not be able to just paste your Pine Script code into MT4.

This step requires


  • Basic knowledge of Pine Script and MQL4
  • Rewriting the logic using MQL4 functions
  • Matching calculations (like RSI, SMA, etc.) to MT4 equivalents


If code-writing seems like Greek to you, better hire a freelance MQL4 developer.


3. Create a New Indicator in MetaEditor

Open the MetaEditor in MT4 and do the following:

  • File > New > Custom Indicator
  • Give a name to your indicator.
  • Paste the converted MQL4 code.
  • Save and compile the file.


Any file errors during compile will be displayed and must be repaired before it will have any use as an indicator.


4. Attach the Indicator on Your MT4 Chart

After compiling:

  • Open MT4.
  • Go to Navigator > Custom Indicators.
  • Right-click your new indicator and select Attach to chart.
  • That’s it — your TradingView indicator is now running on MT4!


Things to Keep in Mind

  • Not all TradingView features are available in MT4; some parts of the logic may have to be adjusted or simplified.
  • Backtest the MT4 version before you want to use it in live trading just so that it behaves well and works the way it is supposed to.
  • Some indicators are either protected or obfuscated; if you cannot see the Pine Script, you cannot convert it.


Can You Automate TradingView Indicator in MT4?

Yes! After conversion, you can design an Expert Advisor (EA) around it for automation of the trades. Many traders use MetaConnector or similar bridging solutions to link TradingView alerts to MT4 for automatic execution.


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Conclusion

Converting a TradingView indicator to MT4 may sound technical, but with the right approach, it’s totally doable. You can either manually rebuild it in MQL4, search for a ready-made MT4 version, or use automation tools like MetaConnector to bridge the gap.

This process gives you the best of both platforms: the visual brilliance of TradingView with the trading power of MT4.


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