What is sidus_app?
sidus_app is an MT4 signal tool that prints arrows where two SSMA lines cross. The original notes that more than ten tools in the sidus series have been confirmed, that they do not come from a single developer and that many variants exist.
The original describes the logic as a simple combination of a moving average cross and an RSI filter. The FastEMA and SlowEMA settings set the calculation periods of the two moving averages.
How to use sidus_app
Arrows appear when the two SSMA lines cross. The original describes the RSI filter applied to those crosses as strict.
The area between the two moving averages is filled in, and the original explains that the fill is drawn as bars when the chart is zoomed in to keep the tool light. The timeFrame setting selects the timeframe used for the moving averages.
Where it helps
MT4 Indicator Parameters
The table below lists the available MT4 indicator parameters. You can customize these options in the MetaTrader Inputs dialog to match your trading preferences.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| timeFrame | Selects the timeframe used for the moving averages. |
| FastEMA | Sets the calculation period of the fast moving average. |
| SlowEMA | Sets the calculation period of the slow moving average. |
| RSIPeriod | — |
The screenshot above shows the default input parameters in the MT4 settings window.
How to Install .ex4 Indicator in MetaTrader 4
- Download the ZIP file and extract it.
- In MT4, select File → Open Data Folder.
- Open MQL4 → Indicators and copy the EX4 or MQ4 file into it.
- If the package includes library files, copy them to MQL4 → Libraries. Copy TPL files to the top-level templates folder.
- Restart MT4, find the indicator in the Navigator, and drag it onto a chart.
Test the tool on a demo account first. File contents and required folders can vary between packages.
