The TMA Crossing strategy generates buy and sell signals when the TMA ML Col sline indicator crosses a 20-period simple moving average (close), making it ideal for binary options on M1/M5 timeframes and forex scalping on M5. Use 3-candle expiration for binaries and strict 2-5% risk per trade on volatile pairs during London and New York sessions.
Trading Parameters
- Currency pairs: any
- Timeframe: M1 and M5 for binary options (3-candle expiration), M5 for scalping
- Trading time: London, New York
- Risk management: Risk no more than 2-5% of deposit per trade
Required Indicators
- Simple moving average (20, high)
- Simple moving average (20, low)
- Simple moving average (20, close)
- Pivot points levels
- TMA ML Col sline
Indicator and Template Setup
To simplify installation, use the template from the archive at the end of the article:
- Unpack the archive with templates and indicators
- Copy indicators to MQL4 -> indicators folder
- Copy templates to templates folder
- Restart the terminal
- Open the chart of the desired currency pair
- Apply the TMA Crossing template
Graph after correct installation looks like this:
Шаблон торговой стратегии TMA Crossing
Call Option Buy Signal
The TMA ML Col sline indicator line crosses upward through the blue moving average. That’s the signal.
Пример покупки опциона Call
Long Position Entry Signals
For forex scalping buys: TMA ML Col sline crosses upward through the blue moving average and the upper channel boundary formed by two MAs.
Примеры входа в длинную позицию
Put Option Buy Signal
For put options: TMA ML Col sline crosses downward through the blue moving average.
Пример покупки опциона Put
Short Position Entry Signals
For forex scalping sells: TMA ML Col sline crosses downward through the blue moving average and the lower channel boundary.
Примеры входа в короткую позицию
Stop-Loss and Take-Profit Setup for Scalping
Set protective orders as follows:
- Stop-loss: 5-8 pips from the lower channel boundary (buys) or upper boundary (sells)
- Take-profit: 10-15 pips or near pivot level
The TMA Crossing strategy uses simple rules suitable for beginner traders, but always follow money management principles. Test on a demo account before live trading.
Download TMA Crossing strategy template and indicators
FAQ
What timeframes work best for TMA Crossing?
M1 and M5 for binary options with 3-candle expiration; M5 for scalping on volatile pairs.
How do I confirm a buy signal?
TMA ML Col sline crosses upward through the blue 20 SMA (close); for scalping, also break upper channel.
What risk rules apply?
Risk 2-5% per trade; use 5-8 pip stop-loss and 10-15 pip take-profit for scalping.
