# Settings

The Banana Indicator settings are platform-specific. MT4 and MT5 settings can differ, and TradingView uses its own script and chart interface.

Choose your settings guide:

* **[TradingView settings](/indicators/banana/docs/tradingview/settings.md)** — v3 Pine Inputs (groups 1–10)
* **[MT5 settings](/indicators/banana/docs/mt5/settings.md)** — MetaTrader 5 Inputs tab
* **[MT4 settings](/indicators/banana/docs/mt4/settings.md)** — MetaTrader 4 Inputs tab

### SerialKey[​](#serialkey "Direct link to SerialKey")

MetaTrader versions use the **SerialKey** input for license validation.

Enter the key exactly as issued. Avoid extra spaces before or after the key.

If the key is rejected:

1. Check spelling and spacing.
2. Confirm internet access.
3. Remove and reattach the indicator.
4. Contact support if the message remains.

TradingView access is managed by TradingView invite-only script permission, not by a MetaTrader **SerialKey** input.

## Dashboard[​](#dashboard "Direct link to Dashboard")

### Show/Hide Main Dashboard[​](#showhide-main-dashboard "Direct link to Show/Hide Main Dashboard")

Turns the MetaTrader dashboard on or off.

Use on if:

* You want quick chart status.
* You want dashboard controls.
* You are learning what the indicator is showing.

Use off if:

* You want a cleaner chart.
* You are using a small screen.
* You only need signal markers.

![Banana Indicator dashboard panel on a MetaTrader chart](/img/banana-indicator/settings-dashboard-panel.png)

Dashboard shown on a MetaTrader chart with market state and control sections.

## Signal Visibility[​](#signal-visibility "Direct link to Signal Visibility")

### Banana Signals[​](#banana-signals "Direct link to Banana Signals")

MetaTrader versions may include:

* **Show #1 Banana**
* **Show #2 Banana**
* **Show #3 Banana**
* **Show #4 Banana**
* **Show #5 Banana**
* **Show #6 Banana**
* **Show #7 Banana**

These control which Banana signal counts are visible.

Beginner suggestion: leave defaults at first. If the chart feels busy, reduce visible signal types later.

![Banana Indicator dashboard with signal visibility controls](/img/banana-indicator/settings-signal-visibility-dashboard.png)

Signal visibility controls shown on the dashboard.

### Seed Signals[​](#seed-signals "Direct link to Seed Signals")

MetaTrader versions may include:

* **Show #1 Seed**
* **Show #2 Seed**
* **Show #3 Seed**

Seed signals are earlier pattern markers. If you are new, consider hiding Seed signals until you understand the main Banana signals.

## EMA Lines[​](#ema-lines "Direct link to EMA Lines")

### Display EMA Lines On Chart[​](#display-ema-lines-on-chart "Direct link to Display EMA Lines On Chart")

Shows or hides moving average lines on the chart.

Use on if you want to see the trend reference. Use off if the chart becomes too crowded.

![Banana Indicator charts showing EMA lines and dashboard themes](/img/banana-indicator/settings-ema-lines-and-theme.png)

EMA lines and dashboard themes can change how the chart looks without changing the trading decision for you.

### EMA Colors And Width[​](#ema-colors-and-width "Direct link to EMA Colors And Width")

In MetaTrader, open the indicator settings and use the `Colors` tab to change EMA line appearance.

You can adjust:

* EMA Fast color and width.
* EMA Slow color and width.
* EMA Slowest color, width, and line style.

These settings only change how the lines look on the chart. They do not change the signal calculation.

## Alerts[​](#alerts "Direct link to Alerts")

Common MetaTrader alert settings:

* **Show Pop Up Alert**
* **Play Sound File at Alert**
* **Send Email Alert**
* **Send Push Notification**
* **Sound File Name**

Start with popup alerts only. Add sound, email, or push after testing your platform settings.

TradingView alerts are created from TradingView's alert menu.

![MetaTrader alert popup from Banana Indicator](/img/banana-indicator/settings-alert-popup.png)

MetaTrader popup alert example from Banana Indicator.

## Signal Control[​](#signal-control "Direct link to Signal Control")

### Pause New Signal Generation[​](#pause-new-signal-generation "Direct link to Pause New Signal Generation")

Stops new signal markers while the indicator remains attached.

Use this if:

* You want to observe the chart without new signals.
* You are testing settings.
* You want a pause during news or uncertain conditions.

Turn it off again when you want new signals to appear.

## Signal Appearance[​](#signal-appearance "Direct link to Signal Appearance")

Common MetaTrader appearance settings can include:

* **Signal Arrow Style**
* **Custom Buy Arrow Code**
* **Custom Sell Arrow Code**
* **Arrow distance from bar/candle high or low**
* **Display Signal Mid Bar**

Change these only for visibility. They affect how markers look, not whether a trade should be taken.

![Banana Indicator Inputs tab showing signal arrow style choices](/img/banana-indicator/settings-signal-arrow-style-inputs.png)

Signal appearance settings control marker style and spacing on the chart.

### Marker Colors And Size[​](#marker-colors-and-size "Direct link to Marker Colors And Size")

In MetaTrader, the `Colors` tab controls the basic display style for chart markers and lines.

Common rows include:

* `Buy`: buy marker color and width.
* `Sell`: sell marker color and width.
* `Buy Type`: buy marker style.
* `Sell Type`: sell marker style.

Use this when arrows are too small, too large, or hard to see against your chart background. Keep changes visual only; changing marker colors or widths does not make a signal stronger or weaker.

## Advanced Settings[​](#advanced-settings "Direct link to Advanced Settings")

Advanced settings can include ATR, trend, impulse, breakout, and retracement controls.

Do not change them during your first setup. If support asks for a screenshot, include the full Inputs tab so your current settings can be reviewed.

## Safe Setup Routine[​](#safe-setup-routine "Direct link to Safe Setup Routine")

When changing settings:

1. Change one setting at a time.
2. Write down what you changed.
3. Watch a few signals before changing another setting.
4. Return to defaults if the chart becomes confusing.