Grid & Basket EA combines dynamic grid trading logic with basket-level management to reduce single-pair blowups: the EA places structured grids, monitors correlation and equity at the basket level, and can stop or rebalance positions when risk limits are hit.

TL;DR: Use Grid & Basket EA when you want a grid engine that also manages exposure across multiple pairs — it pairs classic grid steps with equity protection, basket-level close logic and optional hedging. Demo-test thoroughly and use conservative setfiles first.

1. Features

The Grid & Basket EA package usually exposes the following feature set — confirm exact parameter names in the downloaded build and included README/setfiles:

  • Dynamic grid placement — creates buy/sell grids at configurable spacing (pips or ATR-based), with controls for grid depth and per-level lot sizing.
  • Basket management — aggregate exposure across multiple pairs; the EA can close or reduce positions at the basket level when equity thresholds or correlation rules are breached.
  • Lot sizing modes — fixed-lot, percent-risk, and optional controlled scaling (both conservative and aggressive presets provided in many packages).
  • Equity & drawdown protection — auto-disable on max-drawdown, basket-level stop-loss and emergency close-all functions.
  • Multi-pair correlation filters — optional pair-blacklisting and correlation thresholds to avoid correlated exposure that multiplies risk.
  • Hedging & protective trades — optional protective single-leg hedges or inverse baskets to reduce directional bias during severe trending moves.
  • Session & spread guards — avoid entries during illiquid sessions or when spread exceeds configured thresholds.
  • Setfiles & presets — commonly shipped with conservative and aggressive presets plus pair lists for basket operation.
  • Verbose logging & reporting — per-trade and per-basket logs, including average price, grid exposure, and unwind reasons for post-mortem analysis.
Grid & Basket EA screenshot

2. Install — Exact Steps

Follow these exact steps so the EA and any helpers run correctly:

  1. Download package (EA file, setfiles/presets, README and any helper indicators or libraries) from the source or your Downloads area.
  2. Copy EA file into MQL5/Experts (MT5) or MQL4/Experts (MT4) depending on the build.
  3. Place helper indicators/includes into MQL?/Indicators and /Include or /Libraries as required by the package.
  4. Restart MetaTrader so Navigator refreshes and the new EA/indicators appear.
  5. Compile if source provided — open MetaEditor and compile .mq4/.mq5 files to catch missing dependencies or compile errors.
  6. Attach EA & load preset — attach to a demo chart, load a provided basket setfile (or create a watchlist), configure grid spacing, lot sizing mode, equity protection thresholds and basket rules.
  7. Enable Algo Trading and review Experts/Journal for any runtime warnings; resolve missing files by placing required files and recompiling if needed.

3. Recommended Settings

  • Start conservative: percent-risk sizing (e.g., 0.25%–0.75% per grid cycle) rather than aggressive scaling.
  • Limit max grid levels: keep levels low (e.g., 3–6) to reduce exposure if a trend develops.
  • Enable basket equity protection: set a tight max-drawdown trigger at the basket level to auto-disable the EA before losses cascade.
  • Use pair diversification: avoid enabling many strongly correlated pairs in the same basket unless you use correlation filters or hedges.
  • Keep verbose logging on during initial 30+ days to gather decision and execution data for tuning.

4. Testing Protocol

  • Backtest as a first check, but prioritize forward-demo testing — grid/basket systems are execution and correlation sensitive.
  • Forward-demo for ≥30 days (or until sufficient grid cycles observed); record per-trade slippage and basket-level P&L.
  • Test across multiple brokers and VPS locations — basket management effectiveness depends on fills and latency consistency across pairs.
  • Stress-test equity protection by simulating controlled drawdowns to ensure auto-disable and unwind behave correctly.

5. Pre-deploy Checklist

[ ] Backup package & note build/upload date
[ ] Install and compile helper indicators/includes
[ ] Save backtest reports and forward-demo logs (setfile per run)
[ ] Forward-demo run ≥ 30 days; collect logs/screenshots
[ ] Confirm basket unwind & emergency disable work as expected
[ ] Start live only with micro-lots after repeatable demo success

Grid & Basket EA works best when paired with tools that measure volatility, structure and session quality. Use these internal resources to strengthen your setup and decision-making:

Quick links (related posts & indicators):

7. Download

You can download the Grid & Basket EA using the button below. Click to start the download, then follow the install steps above to test on demo.

Safety reminder: Grid & basket systems can magnify losses during trending markets or when correlated pairs move together. Use conservative setfiles, strict equity protection and human oversight when transitioning to live capital.