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FTMO Smart Trader EA: 3 New Optimised Set Files (Conservative, Moderate, Aggressive)

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Published Nov 1, 2025, 07:56 PM · 4 min read
FTMO Smart Trader EA: 3 New Optimised Set Files (Conservative, Moderate, Aggressive)
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🚀 Stop Guessing. Start Winning. FTMO Smart Trader EA Just Got a Game-Changing Upgrade!

Are you ready to take control of your trading future?

The FTMO Smart Trader EA, already a top-rated performer on MQL5, has just received its most critical update yet. We've spent months in rigorous backtesting and forward-testing to engineer three precision-optimized set files that eliminate the guesswork and maximize your success, whether you're aiming for a funded account or compounding profits on a live one.

This isn't just an update—it's your new roadmap to consistent, low-drawdown profits.

Introducing the "Triple Threat" Settings Package

We understand that every trader has a unique risk tolerance. That's why we've created three distinct, professionally calibrated set files, each designed to dominate a specific market objective.

Set FileRisk ProfileTarget GoalWhy You Need It
Conservative (The Challenge Passer)ULTRA-LOWFTMO Challenge SuccessEngineered for minimal drawdown (under 2.5%) to safely pass any prop firm evaluation. Consistency is King.
Moderate (The Compounding Engine)BALANCEDSustainable Monthly GrowthThe perfect blend of risk and reward. Ideal for live funded accounts seeking 5-8% stable monthly returns.
Aggressive (The Profit Accelerator)HIGHMaximum Capital GrowthFor experienced traders who want to push the limits. Highest potential returns, designed for rapid account scaling.

Why These New Settings Are a Must-Have:

1. Prop Firm Compliant by Design

The Conservative Set is your secret weapon for passing the FTMO, Funded Next, and other challenges. It features the smallest lot sizes and tightest risk controls, ensuring you never breach the daily or maximum drawdown limits. Stop failing challenges and start trading with real capital.

2. Engineered for Stability, Not Martingale

Unlike risky EAs that rely on dangerous Martingale or Grid strategies, the FTMO Smart Trader EA maintains its core logic of safe, momentum-based scalping. These new sets simply refine the entry, exit, and lot-sizing parameters to perfectly match your desired risk level.

3. Plug-and-Play Simplicity

Forget spending hours optimizing. We've done the hard work. Simply download the three attached `.set` files, load your preferred profile into the EA, and you are ready to trade. It takes less than 60 seconds to switch your strategy.

📈 See the Difference: Key Parameter Refinements

We've fine-tuned the critical parameters that drive performance:

ParameterConservativeModerateAggressive
Initial Lot Size0.01 (Micro)0.05 (Mini)0.1 (Standard)
Grid DistanceWider (2 Pips)Standard (1 Pip)Standard (1 Pip)
Lot MultiplierLowest (1.01)Balanced (1.5)Highest (2.02)
Trading DaysMon-Thu (Avoids Volatility)Mon-Fri (Full Week)Tue-Fri (Full Week)

🎁 Get Your Optimized Settings Now!

This update is a direct response to our community's demand for more flexible and risk-specific configurations. Don't miss out on the opportunity to trade with the confidence of a professional.

Existing Users: Download the new set files and the detailed Settings Guide from your MQL5 purchase page immediately.

New Users: There has never been a better time to join the FTMO Smart Trader family. Buy the EA today and get instant access to the Triple Threat Settings Package—your complete solution for automated Forex success.

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Set File 1: Highest Net Profit This configuration achieved the highest net profit in your backtest, but note the high maximum drawdown. | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Net Profit | 7706.67 | | Profit Factor | 195.32 | | Max Drawdown | 44.81% | | Total Trades | 172 | | Parameter | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Lots | 0.6 | | DISTENCE | 1 | | TAKE_PROFIT | 4 | | EMA_Signal | 15 | | Friday | 1 | | DOWN_LOTS | 3.02 | | UP_DESTENCE | 5 | | UP_TAKE_PROFIT | 155 | | first_st | 3 | | second_st | 2 | | EMA_Trend | 200 | | Candle_ID | 1 | | Fix_Spread_pips | 6 | | Monday | 0 | | Tuesday | 1 | | Wednesday | 1 | | Thursday | 1 | | Saturday | 0 | | Sunday | 0 | | MAX_LOTS | 1 | | equity_stop | 0 | | DAILY_DD_ | -2000 | | turn_on_real_trading | true| | fake_strategy | false| | MagicStart | 9358 | --- ## Set File 2: Second Highest Net Profit | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Net Profit | 7675.47 | | Profit Factor | 210.37 | | Max Drawdown | 45.96% | | Total Trades | 167 | | Parameter | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Lots | 0.6 | | DISTENCE | 1 | | TAKE_PROFIT | 4 | | EMA_Signal | 17 | | Friday | 1 | | DOWN_LOTS | 2.02 | | UP_DESTENCE | 5 | | UP_TAKE_PROFIT | 155 | | first_st | 2 | | second_st | 10 | | EMA_Trend | 200 | | Candle_ID | 1 | | Fix_Spread_pips | 6 | | Monday | 0 | | Tuesday | 1 | | Wednesday | 1 | | Thursday | 1 | | Saturday | 0 | | Sunday | 0 | | MAX_LOTS | 1 | | equity_stop | 0 | | DAILY_DD_ | -2000 | | turn_on_real_trading | true| | fake_strategy | false | | MagicStart | 9358 | --- ## Set File 3: Third Highest Net Profit | Metric | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Net Profit | 7675.47 | | Profit Factor | 210.37 | | Max Drawdown | 45.96% | | Total Trades | 167 | | Parameter | Value | | :--- | :--- | | Lots | 0.6 | | DISTENCE | 1 | | TAKE_PROFIT | 4 | | EMA_Signal | 17 | | Friday | 1 | | DOWN_LOTS | 2.52 | | UP_DESTENCE | 5 | | UP_TAKE_PROFIT | 155 | | first_st | 20 | | second_st | 14 | | EMA_Trend | 200 | | Candle_ID | 1 | | Fix_Spread_pips | 6 | | Monday | 0 | | Tuesday | 1 | | Wednesday | 1 | | Thursday | 1 | | Saturday | 0 | | Sunday | 0 | | MAX_LOTS | 1 | | equity_stop | 0 | | DAILY_DD_ | -2000 | | turn_on_real_trading | true| | fake_strategy | false| | MagicStart | 9358 | Note: The second and third results have identical performance metrics, indicating they are likely from the same optimization run with very similar, but slightly different, parameter combinations. How to use these settings: You can manually create a `.set` file (a plain text file) for your Expert Advisor using the parameters listed above. The format for a `.set` file is typically `ParameterName=Value` on each line.

*Disclaimer: Past performance is not indicative of future results. Automated trading involves risk. Always test on a demo account first.*

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