SMA cross (futures)

This method uses Simple Moving Average (SMA) crossovers to trigger entries. A fast SMA is calculated over fewer candles than the slow SMA. When the fast SMA crosses above the slow SMA, the strategy allows a long entry. When the fast SMA crosses below the slow SMA, the strategy allows a short entry.

How to work with it

Gunbot opens one position, either long or short, and closes it when the target is reached. If the stop triggers before a profitable close, Gunbot places a stop order at a loss. After closing a position, Gunbot looks to open a new long or short position. Gunbot does not add to existing open positions.

Buy method conditions

Opening a long position is allowed when FAST_SMA crosses over SLOW_SMA.

Sell method conditions

Opening a short position is allowed when FAST_SMA crosses down SLOW_SMA.

Conditions to close

Position is closed when the target ROE (return on equity) is reached. This is a percentage from the entry point, taking leverage into consideration.

Conditions to stop

A position is closed at loss when negative ROE reaches the STOP_LIMIT target.

Strategy settings for SMACross (futures)

Long settings

Label	Config Parameter	Default Value	Detailed Description
Buy enabled	BUY_ENABLED	true	When enabled, this setting allows the strategy to place buy or long orders.

Short settings

Label	Config Parameter	Default Value	Detailed Description
Sell enabled	SELL_ENABLED	true	This setting enables you to place sell or short orders, allowing for active selling as part of your trading strategy when conditions are met.

Indicators

Label	Config Parameter	Default Value	Detailed Description
Period	PERIOD	15	The period parameter determines the "size" of the candlesticks, in minutes, used for indicator calculations. Select a value supported by your exchange. This setting affects how quickly the strategy responds to price changes.
Slow SMA	SLOW_SMA	20	The Slow SMA (Simple Moving Average) setting indicates the number of past candlesticks used to calculate the average price for a slow trend indicator. It helps identify the longer-term price trend.
Fast SMA	FAST_SMA	10	The Fast SMA (Simple Moving Average) is calculated over fewer candlesticks than the Slow SMA, making it more responsive to recent price changes.