What is Commando MS?
Commando MS (Manual Striker) is an MT5 Expert Advisor designed for traders who prefer manual trade execution but want professional-grade order management and risk control features.
Key Features
Smart Lot Sizing
- Automatic lot calculation based on risk percentage
- Account balance or equity-based sizing
- Fixed lot option for advanced users
- Maximum lot limit protection
Triple Take Profit System
- Set up to 3 take profit levels (TP1, TP2, TP3)
- Configurable partial close percentages at each level
- Automatic stop loss adjustment after TP1
Breakeven Management
- Automatic move to breakeven after TP1
- Configurable breakeven buffer (pips above entry)
- Optional trailing stop activation
Risk Protection
- Maximum daily loss limit
- Maximum concurrent trades limit
- Spread filter to avoid bad entries
- News filter (optional)
Configuration
Essential Settings
| Setting | Description | Recommended |
|---|
| Risk Percent | % of account to risk per trade | 1-2% |
| TP1 Percent | % to close at first target | 50% |
| TP2 Percent | % to close at second target | 30% |
| TP3 Percent | % to close at third target | 20% |
| Move to BE | Move SL to entry after TP1 | Enabled |
Advanced Settings
- Magic Number: Unique identifier for MS trades
- Slippage: Maximum allowed slippage in points
- Max Spread: Don't trade if spread exceeds this
- Trade Comment: Custom comment for trade records
How to Use
Placing a Trade
- Attach Commando MS to a chart
- Analyze the market and identify your setup
- Draw a horizontal line at your desired entry price
- Draw lines for SL, TP1, TP2, TP3
- Use MT5's built-in order window to place the trade
- MS will automatically manage the trade once opened
Manual Order Entry
You can also use the panel overlay (if enabled) to quickly enter trades with predefined risk settings. Click BUY or SELL, and MS calculates everything automatically.
Dashboard Integration
Commando MS connects to your C Logic Factory dashboard, allowing you to:
- View all active trades across accounts
- Track performance metrics
- Monitor trade history
- Receive alerts and notifications
Best Practices
- Always test on a demo account first
- Start with conservative risk settings (1%)
- Let the EA manage partial closes - don't interfere
- Review your settings regularly based on performance
Troubleshooting
If MS isn't working as expected, check:
- AutoTrading is enabled in MT5
- License is valid and activated
- Internet connection is stable
- No conflicting EAs on the same chart