ADX Cross Hull Style Indicator V1.0 MT4 (Free) — Cleaner Trend & Entry Signals Without The Guesswork


Tired of indicators that clutter your chart but still leave you guessing? The ADX Cross Hull Style Indicator V1.0 for MT4 blends the power of Average Directional Index (ADX) with a Hull Moving Average (HMA)–style smoothing to help you spot momentum, filter noise, and time entries with less stress. It’s lightweight, free to use, and beginner-friendly—so you’re not fighting your tools while the market is sprinting away.


At a glance
Time frames: M5, M15, M30, H1, H4
Min / Recommended deposit: $200
Currency pairs: Works on all pairs; best on EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY, XAUUSD (and other liquid majors/gold)


What Makes “ADX Cross Hull Style” Different?


The magic is in the combo. ADX tells you if the market has real directional strength (vs. just meandering). The Hull-style smoothing reacts faster than classic moving averages, reducing the lag without turning your chart into a repainting circus. When the ADX confirms there’s juice in the move and the Hull cross lines up, you get a clean, confidence-boosting read on trend direction and pullback entries.


In short: you’re not just chasing every wiggle. You’re aligning with momentum that actually matters… and ignoring the fake-outs that eat new traders for breakfast.



How It Works (Plain English)



  • ADX core: Measures trend strength on a 0–100 scale. Above a threshold (commonly 20–25) = there’s a trend worth trading.

  • +DI / –DI flow: Directional movement tells you who’s in control—buyers or sellers.

  • Hull-style moving logic: A faster, smoother average reduces lag. You see the turn sooner, without the jitter of raw price.

  • Signal logic (typical): When Hull flips up and ADX is above threshold (with +DI over –DI), you’ve got a higher-probability long context. Reverse for shorts.


Because it’s a signal helper (not an auto-trader), you stay in control: confirm with your own rules (structure, S/R, session timing) and manage risk with intention.


Where And When To Use It



  • Time frames: M5–H4.



  1. M5/M15 for scalpers and news-aware intraday traders.

  2. M30/H1 for calmer intraday swings.

  3. H4 when you want fewer but higher-quality trend reads.



  • Pairs: Any, but major FX pairs and gold (XAUUSD) tend to give the cleanest moves. Tight spreads help.

  • Sessions: London and New York sessions often deliver the best momentum for this style.


Key Features You’ll Appreciate



  • Noise filter built-in: ADX helps you skip dead markets—no more overtrading flat chop.

  • Faster trend turns: Hull-style smoothing reduces lag vs. standard MAs.

  • Clear visual shifts: Easy-to-read up/down bias so you won’t squint at candles all day.

  • Multi-timeframe friendly: Works on M5 through H4 without heavy optimization.

  • Lightweight & clean: Doesn’t slow MT4; no bloated dashboards.

  • Works across instruments: FX majors, minors, gold; even indices and crypto (if your broker supports).

  • Beginner-friendly logic: A few thresholds, a clean cross—done.

  • No martingale nonsense: It’s an indicator, not a money-management trap.

  • Free to download & use: Keep your budget for trading, not overpriced tools.

  • Fits your playbook: Combine with S/R, supply-demand, or price action for extra confluence.


Suggested Entry & Exit Playbook (Use As A Starting Point)


Long setup



  1. Trend strength: ADX above your threshold (try 20–25).

  2. Direction: +DI above –DI (buyers in control).

  3. Hull flip: Hull-style line turns up or your fast/slow Hull cross confirms.

  4. Trigger: Buy on a minor pullback into the Hull or a recent micro structure break.

  5. Stop-loss: Below last swing low or 1–1.5× ATR(14).

  6. Take profit: Scale out at 1R and 2R, or trail behind Hull/ATR until ADX fades.


Short setup (mirror it)



  1. ADX above threshold; –DI over +DI.

  2. Hull-style line turns down.

  3. Enter on pullback into the Hull or structure break.

  4. Stop above swing high; TP with 1R/2R or ATR trail.


Pro tip: If ADX drops under your threshold mid-trade, consider tightening stops or cashing partials—trend may be losing steam.


Recommended Settings (Baseline)


These are sensible defaults. Adjust to your market and style.



  • ADX Period: 14 (try 10–20 range during testing)

  • ADX Threshold: 20–25 (higher = stricter, fewer trades)

  • Hull Fast: 12

  • Hull Slow: 30

  • Alerts: On for cross or bias change (helps you avoid staring at charts all day)


Remember, there’s no single “perfect” setting. What matters is consistency and having a plan.


Risk Management (Non-Negotiable)


Even great signals don’t fix bad risk. A few guardrails:



  • Account size: $200+ is fine to start, but risk 1–2% per trade max.

  • Leverage discipline: Don’t size up just coz the last trade won.

  • Session awareness: Avoid low-liquidity hours unless you’re experienced.

  • News filter: High-impact news can spike spreads and invalidate signals; step aside or reduce size.

  • Journal: Screenshot your entries/exits and review weekly—your future self will thank you.



Why Traders Like This Indicator



  • It’s practical, not theoretical. You get a straightforward view of trend and strength without 12 overlapping lines.

  • It respects momentum. ADX confirms there’s a real move, while Hull catches the turn sooner.

  • It scales with you. From quick scalps to multi-hour swings, the logic holds up across timeframes.


Quick Installation (MT4)



  1. Download the ADX Cross Hull Style Indicator file (.ex4).

  2. In MT4, go to File → Open Data Folder.

  3. Navigate to MQL4 → Indicators and paste the file.

  4. Close and relaunch MT4 (or right-click Indicators → Refresh).

  5. Attach ADX Cross Hull Style to your chart and set your preferred inputs.

  6. Save a template so you can load your setup in one click next time.


Best Practices & Tips



  • Confluence is king: Add a simple S/R map or a higher-timeframe bias (e.g., trade M15 in the direction of H1).

  • Don’t chase: If the signal arrives after a long run, wait for a pullback.

  • Keep it clean: One oscillator too many and your brain will freeze—less is more.

  • Forward test on demo: Even if you’ve back-tested, do a week or two live demo to feel the rhythm.

  • Refine one market first: Master EURUSD (or your favorite) before adding more pairs.


Who This Is For (And Who It’s Not)



  • Great for: New to intermediate traders wanting a clear trend/strength map, scalpers who respect structure, swing traders who like fast-reacting MA logic.

  • Not ideal for: Pure mean-reversion purists who fade every move; you’ll be counter-punching more than flowing with trend.


Final Word


No indicator is a magic wand. But ADX Cross Hull Style V1.0 gives you a balanced, low-noise way to judge trend quality and time entries without second-guessing every candle. Keep risk tight, be picky with your trades, and let the combo of ADX strength + Hull flips guide you into the cleaner parts of the move. Start simple, review weekly, iterate—then scale when you’ve earned it.


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