📘 Table of Contents
1️⃣ Installation Guide (MT4)
Follow these steps to install the Sonic Grid Hedging EA on MT4:
- Open MT4 → Click File → Open Data Folder
- Navigate to: MQL4 → Experts
- Copy the EA file: Sonic Grid Hedging EA.ex4 into this folder
- Restart MT4
- Enable Algo Trading
- Drag the EA onto your chart (preferably H1 or H4)
Recommended Chart: H1 for Indices & Gold, H4 for Crypto
Disable Auto Scroll & Chart Shift: Optional but helps for readability
2️⃣ Activation & Licensing
The EA uses a secure Key + Account Number validation system.
✔ How to activate:
- Enter your Activation Key in EA Inputs
- Ensure you are logged in with an authorized MT4 account number
- The EA unlocks instantly — no delays
❌ Wrong key or unauthorized account?
The EA will show: “Invalid Activation Key – EA Locked”
3️⃣ EA Interface Overview
When you attach the EA to the chart, you will see:
- Status (Active / Waiting for RSI)
- Current Grid Level
- Next Grid Distance
- BUY/SELL count
- Profit Monitoring
RSI Filter ON: EA only opens the first BUY after RSI dips below your level
RSI Filter OFF: EA opens BUY immediately when no trades exist
4️⃣ Complete Input Settings Explained
| Setting | Description |
|---|
| LotSize | First BUY lot size (0.01 recommended) |
| LotMultiplier | Multiply lots for each additional BUY (1.0 = no increase) |
| GridStep | Distance in points between BUY orders |
| RecoveryGap | If gap ≥ this, EA avoids SELL hedges |
| UseBuyTrailing | Enables trailing stop on individual BUYs |
| BottomClusterProfit | Profit needed to close cluster (2 BUY + 1 SELL) |
| SinglePositionProfit | Profit target for closing individual BUYs |
| rsiFilterEnabled | Enable/disable RSI entry filter |
| RSI_Timeframe / Level | Closed-candle RSI filter configuration |
5️⃣ How the EA Trades (BUY Grid + SELL Hedge)
✔ Step-by-step flow:
- RSI Filter waits for safe entry zone
- EA opens the first BUY
- If price falls by GridStep → EA opens next BUY
- If a BUY opens & gap < RecoveryGap → EA opens SELL Hedge
- SELL hedge uses trailing stop
- Cluster close triggers when:
2 BUY + 1 SELL → combined profit ≥ BottomClusterProfit
The SELL is NOT martingale.
It opens with the same lot as BUY and stabilizes the grid.
6️⃣ Recommended Settings & Risk Management
Best instruments:
- Low risk: NAS100, US30, GER40 (min $1000)
- Medium: XAUUSD (min $3000–$5000)
- High: BTCUSD (min $5000+)
Best settings (universal):
- Lot: 0.01
- Multiplier: 1.0
- GridStep: 500–1500 (symbol dependent)
- RSI: ON (Level 30, TF H1)
7️⃣ Prop Firm Usage Guide
The EA is prop-friendly when used correctly:
- Use RSI Filter ON
- Use H1 or H4 timeframe
- Use conservative lot sizes
- Avoid running during red news
8️⃣ Troubleshooting
- EA not opening trades? → RSI not passed or invalid key
- Sell not opening? → Gap ≥ RecoveryGap
- Too many BUYs? → Reduce GridStep
- No trades? → Check AutoTrading + smiley face
9️⃣ FAQ
Q: Can I change settings while trades are active?
A: Yes, just keep the same Magic Number.
Q: Does EA work on cent accounts?
A: Yes, fully supported.
Q: Which timeframe is safest?
A: H1 or H4 with RSI ON.
