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RSX Indicator for MetaTrader 4
The RSX indicator is a powerful technical analysis tool designed to refine market signals and detect price dynamics with precision. It is an enhanced version of the traditional RSI, engineered to eliminate market noise and provide traders with highly accurate signals. Unlike the RSI, the RSX can be smoothed without introducing lag, making it a favorite for day trading, scalping, and swing trading.Key Features of the RSX Indicator
- Overbought and Oversold Zones:
- Values range between 0 and 100.
- Below 20: Oversold area (potential trend reversal upward).
- Above 80: Overbought area (potential trend reversal downward).
- Dynamic Moving Average Line:
- Depicts market movement.
- Changes color based on trend direction:
- Lime Green: Bullish trend.
- Pale Violet: Bearish trend.
- Center Line Column:
- Positioned at the zero level.
- Changes colors:
- Green: Bullish sentiment.
- Red: Bearish sentiment.
- Yellow: Market indecision.
How to Use the RSX Indicator
Buy Signal
- Wait for the following conditions:
- The Moving Average (MA) line turns lime green and moves upward.
- The center line changes to green.
- If the indicator is in the oversold area (below 20), this further confirms a potential bullish reversal.
- Open a long (BUY) position after these confirmations.
Sell Signal
- Look for these conditions:
- The MA line turns pale violet and moves downward.
- The center line turns red.
- If the indicator is in the overbought area (above 80), this confirms a potential bearish reversal.
- Open a short (SELL) position after these confirmations.
Exit Strategy
- For Long Positions: Exit when the indicator changes from green to red during an uptrend.
- For Short Positions: Exit when the indicator changes from red to green during a downtrend.
Trading Example

In a GBP/AUD chart:
- Buy Signal Example:
- The center indicator line turns green, signaling a bullish sentiment.
- The moving average changes to lime green, aligning with the upward trend.
- Sell Signal Example:
- The indicator line changes to red, signaling a bearish sentiment.
- The moving average changes to pale violet, aligning with the downward trend.
Can You Use Custom Indicators in MT4?
Yes, custom indicators like RSX can be installed on the MT4 platform. Follow these steps:- Download the RSX indicator file.
- Copy it into the MQL4 > Indicators folder within your MT4 directory.
- Restart MT4 and locate the indicator under the "Navigator" panel.