Description
HTS Strategy Tester is a highly sophisticated, fully automated algorithmic trading system designed for cTrader. Built with strict risk management and capital preservation in mind, this bot utilizes a powerful Multi-Timeframe (MTF) approach to identify high-probability trend continuation setups. Start from 100/1000/1000 etc no problem.
This is a strategy tester. The ratio of winning and losing entries (TP vs. SL) is often similar with a 1:1 RR, but it's the ability to catch a trend that gives you an advantage and generates profits. With the help of HTS Tester, you can select averages and the TP vs. SL ratio. After catching a trend and switching to BE, profits will be a joy. But it takes practice...
FTMO TEST
Lots of tests https://www.youtube.com/@cLogic_algo
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nS1Y6x2iEI
You can download INDICATOR for this cBot for free here:
https://ctrader.com/products/3620?u=cLogic
Originally engineered with Prop Firm traders in mind (e.g., FTMO), HTS Strategy Tester does not rely on dangerous grid or martingale mechanics. Instead, it uses a precise "State Machine" logic to wait for the perfect macro trend, a deep pullback, and a micro-timeframe execution trigger. Once in a trade, it manages the position through an advanced "Campaign" system, securing partial profits and maximizing runners with dynamic trailing stops.
*** HOW IT WORKS: THE 4-STEP STATE MACHINE ***
The bot operates using a strict, logical sequence to filter out market noise:
- WAIT FOR TREND: It analyzes the Higher Timeframe (e.g., H1) using dynamic Moving Average Bands (Fast 33 & Slow 144 Wilder Smoothing by default) to determine the true market direction.
- WAIT FOR PULLBACK: Once a trend is established, the bot patiently waits for the price to retrace and touch the Higher Timeframe bands.
- WAIT FOR ENTRY: After the pullback is confirmed, the bot drops to the Lower Timeframe (e.g., 1-Minute) and waits for a precise momentum shift (MA Cross or MA Strategy trigger).
- CAMPAIGN ACTIVE: Once triggered, the bot opens the initial position and actively manages the "Campaign" until the sequence is closed.
*** KEY FEATURES & HIGHLIGHTS ***
ADVANCED ENTRY CAMPAIGNS
- Main Entry (Cross): Precision entry based on lower-timeframe Moving Average crossovers after a confirmed higher-timeframe pullback.
- Scale-In Options (Touch Entries): Optional features to dynamically add to your position when the price touches the Fast (33) or Slow (144) bands during an active campaign.
- Spread & Distance Filters: Protects you from bad executions during high-volatility or low-liquidity market conditions.
INSTITUTIONAL-GRADE RISK MANAGEMENT
- Fixed Cash Risk: Simply input how much money ($) you want to risk per trade. The bot automatically calculates the exact lot size based on your Stop Loss.
- Multiple Stop Loss Calculation Modes:
- Swing SL: Places the Stop Loss behind the highest high / lowest low of the last 'N' bars (Chart Geometry).
- BandWidth 144 SL: Calculates SL dynamically based on the width of the Slow MA Band, adapting to current market volatility.
- Percent SL: Fixed percentage distance from the entry price.
PROFIT TAKING & RUNNER MANAGEMENT
- Partial Take Profit (TP1): Set a Cash ($) target for TP1. Once hit, the bot can automatically close a set percentage of the trade (e.g., close 95% and leave 5% as a risk-free runner).
- Smart Trailing Stops: Trailing ONLY activates after TP1 is secured, ensuring you don't choke your trades too early.
- Two Trailing Modes:
- Cash Distance: Trails the price by a fixed Dollar amount behind the maximum favorable price.
- MA Trailing: Dynamically trails the Stop Loss tightly behind moving average lines (Fast Low/High, Slow High/Low), giving the market room to breathe while locking in profits.
TRADING WINDOW & END OF DAY (EOD) LOGIC
- Customizable Trading Hours: Define exactly when the bot is allowed to look for entries.
- EOD Management: Options to automatically close all trades at the end of every day, only on Fridays (to avoid weekend gaps), or automatically move Stop Losses to Break-Even at the end of the day if the trade is in profit.
ON-CHART DASHBOARD
- A clean, non-intrusive on-chart HUD that displays the current Bot State, Trend Direction, active Risk, active Positions, and live Stop Loss levels, keeping you informed at a glance.
*** WHO IS THIS FOR? ***
- Prop Firm Traders (FTMO, Fintokei, etc.) looking for a compliant, strict-risk strategy.
- Firm Traders ICM, FP Markets ,etc.
- Trend Followers who struggle with execution timing and trade management.
- Traders who prefer quality setups over high-frequency trading.
- Suitable for Forex, Gold (XAUUSD), and Indices (requires parameter adjustment based on the asset).
*** CUSTOMIZABILITY ***
HTS Strategy Tester exposes all critical parameters. You have full control over Timeframes, MA Periods, MA Types (Wilder, Exponential, Hull, etc.), Risk in Dollars, Target in Dollars, Trailing buffers, and Trading Sessions. You can easily optimize the bot to fit your specific instrument and trading style.
Take control of the trend. Let HTS Strategy Tester manage your execution and risk automatically.
Summary
Key features include precision entries, optional scale-in additions during active trades, and filters for spread and distance to avoid poor executions in volatile or low-liquidity conditions. Risk management is institutional-grade, allowing fixed cash risk per trade with multiple stop loss calculation methods (Swing SL, BandWidth SL, Percent SL). Profit management supports partial take profits and smart trailing stops that activate after securing initial gains, with two trailing modes: fixed cash distance and dynamic moving average trailing.
The bot offers customizable trading hours and end-of-day trade management options, including automatic closure or break-even stop adjustments. An on-chart dashboard provides real-time status, trend direction, risk, and position details. It is suitable for Forex, Gold (XAUUSD), and Indices, and targets prop firm traders and trend followers seeking disciplined, risk-controlled execution. All critical parameters are adjustable for tailored optimization.
