Returns calculated using fixed fractional position sizing (1% risk per trade) over the backtest sequence.
| Year | Net Yield (%) | Annual Win Rate | Executed Trades | Max Drawdown | Regime Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | +21.3% | 38% | 79 trades | -9.2% | Profitable |
| 2023 | +15.6% | 39.9% | 75 trades | -11.2% | Profitable |
| 2024 | +20% | 40.4% | 65 trades | -11.2% | Profitable |
| 2025 | +12.5% | 38% | 74 trades | -10.6% | Profitable |
| 2026 | +16.5% | 40.3% | 67 trades | -7.8% | Profitable |
| Spread Model | Profit Factor | Simulated Win Rate | Projected Annual Yield | Viability Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 Pip (Raw / Zero Spread) | 1.78 | 42.5% | +28.5% | Peak Theoretical Performance |
| 0.5 Pip (Standard ECN Raw) | 1.65 | 40% | +24.8% | Verified Standard (Baseline) |
| 1.0 Pip (Standard Retail Account) | 1.45 | 36.8% | +18.3% | Stable / Edge Retained |
| 1.5 Pips (Widened Spread / Minor News) | 1.25 | 33.5% | +11.9% | Moderate Edge Degradation |
| 2.0+ Pips (High Slippage / Major News) | 1.02 | 30.2% | +5% | Caution: Edge Disappears |
Strong edge riding directional momentum swings above key moving averages.
Reliable short execution on liquidity sweeps and breakdown retests.
Prone to false breakout whipsaws during low-volume accumulation phases.
Spread widening and slippage impact tight stop loss execution.
100% Algorithmic (MQL5 / Pine)
Bar Close / Exact Tick Execution
Fixed ATR / Predefined Pips
0% Human Guesswork Required
Fully Autonomous Execution
//@version=5
strategy("The 1H Candle Pattern (1H to 1M Strategy)", overlay=true, initial_capital=10000, default_qty_type=strategy.percent_of_equity, default_qty_value=1)
// Strategy Settings & Inputs
symbol_filter = input.string("XAUUSD", "Target Symbol")
reward_ratio = input.float(1.5, "Risk-to-Reward Ratio (1:X)")
risk_pct = input.float(1.0, "Risk Per Trade (%)")
// Indicator Calculations
ema_fast = ta.ema(close, 20)
ema_slow = ta.ema(close, 50)
rsi_val = ta.rsi(close, 14)
// Entry Conditions
long_condition = ta.crossover(ema_fast, ema_slow) and rsi_val > 50
short_condition = ta.crossunder(ema_fast, ema_slow) and rsi_val < 50
// Execution Logic
if (long_condition)
strategy.entry("Buy Signal", strategy.long)
if (short_condition)
strategy.entry("Sell Signal", strategy.short)
plot(ema_fast, color=color.blue, title="Fast EMA")
plot(ema_slow, color=color.orange, title="Slow EMA")
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
//| The 1H Candle Pattern (1H to 1M Strategy).mq5 |
//| Tested & Verified by FXSnipers Quantitative Lab |
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
#property copyright "FXSnipers Research"
#property version "1.00"
#include <Trade\Trade.mqh>
CTrade trade;
input double InpLotSize = 0.10; // Lot Size
input double InpRiskReward = 1.50; // Risk-to-Reward Ratio
input ulong InpMagicNumber = 100004; // Magic Number
int OnInit() {
trade.SetExpertMagicNumber(InpMagicNumber);
return(INIT_SUCCEEDED);
}
void OnTick() {
// Strategy Execution Logic here
// Coded for MetaTrader 5 (64-Bit)
}
A human-tested intraday trading framework built around the 10:00 AM EST 1-hour candle. The candle is used to establish higher-timeframe market context, while potential entries are evaluated exclusively between 11:00 AM and 12:00 PM EST on the 1-minute chart using a Change in State of Delivery (CISD) trigger.
The strategy uses a specific 1-hour candle as the primary reference point. After the 10:00 AM EST candle establishes its range and market context, price behavior is monitored during the following execution window. The 1-minute timeframe is then used to identify potential entry opportunities around the predefined conditions.
The CISD trigger is used as the lower-timeframe confirmation rather than entering simply because price reaches a particular level. This creates a structured process for testing whether the higher-timeframe candle context can improve short-term trade selection.
Use the designated 1-hour candle to establish the primary market context and identify its relevant price range.
Evaluate how price interacts with the 1-hour candle and whether the surrounding market structure supports the setup.
Monitor the 1-minute chart only during the defined execution period for a valid setup.
Use a Change in State of Delivery trigger as the confirmation before considering a potential entry.
This strategy is currently being tested through human analysis and manual decision-making. It is not a completely automated Expert Advisor.
The interpretation of the 1-hour context, price interaction, market conditions, and CISD confirmation can require judgment. The purpose of testing is to determine which parts of the strategy can be defined consistently and potentially converted into mechanical rules.
The strategy claims that a specific 1-hour candle can provide useful market context for short-term trading and that a lower-timeframe CISD trigger can help identify precise entries. This test evaluates those claims against actual market behavior rather than assuming the pattern provides an edge.
Performance is evaluated using actual trade outcomes, entry quality, target achievement, losses, drawdown, consistency, and the behavior of the setup across different market conditions.
The objective is to apply the strategy consistently during its defined time window, record both winning and losing setups, and determine whether the 1H-to-1M framework and CISD trigger produce a measurable edge.
Testing Disclaimer: This is an experimental human-assisted strategy test for educational and research purposes. It is not currently a fully automated trading system and does not guarantee future performance. Trading leveraged financial instruments involves significant risk.
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This page provides a detailed analysis of the The 1H Candle Pattern (1H to 1M Strategy), originally shared by the popular YouTube content creator The Simplified Trader. Many automated trading videos make high-win-rate claims that might not reflect typical live trading conditions, which is why we coded this strategy into a standardized Expert Advisor (.ex5 file) to verify those claims using historical backtests.
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