Introduction

GoldBreakoutPro ATR Breakout EA V1.1 is a powerful Expert Advisor for MetaTrader 5 that automatically identifies and executes breakouts on XAUUSD (Gold) using the Average True Range (ATR) indicator. It combines trend strength, volatility filters, and time-based entry logic to capture high-probability directional moves during active market sessions. Ideal for scalping and short-term swing traders who want to trade Gold with minimum manual intervention.

Recommended Settings

Recommended Settings (XAUUSD – H1 timeframe):
• ATR Period: 14
• ATR Multiplier: 1.5
• Lots: 0.01
• TP (Take Profit): 2.0 (ATR units)
• SL (Stop Loss): 1.0 (ATR units)
• Magic Number: 123456
• Max Spread: 30 points
• Max Daily Loss: 1% of balance
• Max Trades: 1
• Filter Trading Hours: 08:00 – 20:00 GMT

Key Features

• ATR-based breakout detection with adjustable volatility strength
• Automatic entry on break of confirmed ATR channel
• Built-in trailing stop and partial close on TP
• Spread filter to avoid bad trades during widening spreads
• Magic Number + grid safety to avoid over-trading
• Daily loss and max trade limits for risk control
• Full control via input parameters for every strategy rule
• Works on all standard brokers with MT5 platform

Advantages

• High probability on Gold because ATR captures real volatility
• Fully automated – no screen time required
• Excellent risk-reward with ATR units (1:2+ ratio possible)
• Works in trending and ranging markets with proper filters
• Easy to backtest and optimize
• Very fast execution on MT5
• Multiple timeframes compatible (use higher TF for confirmation)

Disadvantages

• False breakouts can occur in low-volatility periods
• Works best only on Gold (XAUUSD) – not recommended on other pairs without changes
• Requires good broker with low spread (e.g., ECN or Zero Spread)
• Needs manual adjustment of ATR multiplier when volatility changes
• Over-optimization risk in live trading
• Not suitable for beginners without proper risk management
• Can suffer from news events (NFP, etc.) – consider news filter addition

Support & Disclaimer

Support

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Disclaimer:

Forex and gold trading involve risk. Past performance doesn’t guarantee future results. Always test robots on demo before live trading and use proper risk management.