Frequently Asked Questions
How to Install Your EA in MetaTrader 5
- Click the icon above to download your .ex5 file
- Open MetaTrader 5
- Go to File > Open Data Folder
- Navigate to MQL5 > Experts
- Place your .ex5 file in that folder
- Back in MetaTrader:
- Option A: Restart the app
- Option B: Right-click Expert Advisors in the Navigator panel and choose Refresh
- You'll see your EA in the Navigator panel under Expert Advisors
What are EA Inputs?
These are the settings your Expert Advisor exposes to users. You can add descriptions, rearrange their order, toggle them on or off, and even override values from your drawing.
Do I need to know how to code?
Nope! DrawMyEA was built for traders, not developers. You create strategies by drawing flowcharts—just connect blocks to define your logic. No programming knowledge needed at all.
Does it work with MT4 or MT5?
DrawMyEA currently supports MetaTrader 5 only. Once your strategy is ready, you can export a compiled .ex5 expert advisor file that's ready to use in MT5 right away.
Can I test strategies?
You can export your EA and run it in MetaTrader 5's Strategy Tester to backtest your idea using historical data.
Is there a free version?
Absolutely. You can start drawing and experimenting with simple strategies for free. When you're ready to export or build more advanced logic, you can upgrade to a paid plan.
Do I need to install anything?
Nope! DrawMyEA runs entirely in your browser. There's nothing to install, and you can access your projects from any device with an internet connection.
How do I export my expert advisor?
Just click Export, and you'll receive a ready-to-use .ex5 file. No compiling, no MetaEditor—just drop the file into your MetaTrader 5 Experts folder and start testing or trading.
Will my strategies be private?
Yes. Your strategies are saved securely and are only visible to you. We never share or access your work unless you explicitly request help.
Can I build complex strategies?
You can build detailed strategies with multiple conditions and indicator logic, as long as they fit within the current capabilities of DrawMyEA. It's a great starting point for both simple and moderately advanced ideas.
What are the supported indicators?
- Average Directional Movement Index (ADX)
- Bollinger Bands
- Ichimoku Kinko Hyo
- Moving Average (MA)
- MACD
- Moving Average of Oscilator (OsMA)
- Relative Strength Index (RSI)
- Stochastic Oscillator
- Volumes
Our goal is to eventually support all built-in MetaTrader indicators, with support for custom indicators planned for the future. The following are currently in the pipeline:
Can I suggest features?
Definitely! We're actively developing DrawMyEA, and user feedback shapes our roadmap. If there's something you need, we'd love to hear from you.
How do credits work?
Each credit equals one Expert Advisor (EA) export. In other words, 1 credit = 1 EA. Every time you export your strategy as an EA, it uses one credit.
What happens when I run out of credits?
You will no longer be able to export your drawings into Expert Advisors. However, you can still create and modify your diagrams without any interruptions.
What's the difference between a monthly and a yearly subscription?
The main difference is how often you pay and receive credits:
- Monthly Subscription: You are billed every month, and you receive your credits upfront upon payment.
- Yearly Subscription: You pay once for the entire year and receive all your credits at once upon payment confirmation. This option often comes at a discounted rate compared to paying monthly.
How does upgrading or downgrading my subscription work?
You can upgrade or downgrade your subscription at any time and choose between monthly or annual billing. Once your payment is confirmed, your new subscription plan will be activated immediately. Any document credits you've already paid for will remain available after the change.
What happens if my subscription expires?
No worries! You'll automatically move to our Free plan, so you can keep building and exporting EAs every day. Just note that any unused credits from your paid plan won't carry over.
Can I cancel my subscription anytime?
Yes! You can cancel or change your subscription anytime, and you'll still have access until the end of your billing period. Your credits can also be used until then. All your drawings will remain intact. You can reactivate your subscription at any time and regain access to your saved work.
Do my credits expire?
- Free plan: Your credits reset every day. Any unused credits won’t carry over to the next day.
- Paid plan: Your credits stay valid as long as your subscription is active. They reset at the start of each new billing cycle (monthly or yearly, depending on your plan).
Will I lose my drawings if I cancel my account?
All your drawings will remain intact. You can reactivate your subscription at any time and regain access to your saved work.
How long are my files available for download?
We store your generated EA files for 30 days from the date of creation. After that, they're automatically deleted to keep our servers clean and secure. Be sure to download and back them up before they expire!
Who can access my files?
Only you can access your files. Downloads are linked to your account and are protected behind secure login. Nobody else can see or download your EAs.
Are my files secure?
Yes. All files are stored securely with encryption in transit and at rest.
Can I re-generate a deleted file after 30 days?
You'll need to re-create your EA using the builder if the file has expired. We don't keep backups after the 30-day window, so save your work early!
Can I download my EA more than once?
Absolutely. You can download your file as many times as you like during the 30-day period.
I can't find my file—what should I do?
First, check if the 30-day window has passed. If not, try refreshing the page or checking your account's Downloads section. Still stuck? Contact support and we'll help you out.
Can I download from mobile?
Yes, but we recommend using a desktop for downloading and managing EA files, especially if you plan to load them into MetaTrader.