Overview
Convert Pine Script to MetaTrader 5
Use HorizonAI to transform Pine Script into MT5 (MQL5) code
Convert your TradingView Pine Script strategies and indicators to MetaTrader 5 (MQL5) using HorizonAI's AI-powered conversion tools.
One-Click Converter (Pro & Elite)
If you're on the Pro or Elite plan, you can use our streamlined one-click converter:
- Go to app.horizontrading.ai/convert
- Upload or paste your Pine Script code
- Click Convert to MQL5
- Download your converted MetaTrader 5 code
That's it — no prompting required. The converter handles the translation automatically, mapping Pine Script logic to MQL5 equivalents.
Open Converter →Chat-Based Conversion (All Plans)
All users (including Free and Starter) can convert scripts using the AI chat. This method gives you more control over the conversion process and lets you ask questions along the way.
Before you start
- Create a free HorizonAI account and sign in.
- Have your Pine Script ready to paste.
1) Create a new script in HorizonAI
- Click New Script.
- When asked for a language, choose MetaTrader 5 (MQL5) — this is the target language you want to receive.
2) Choose "I have existing code"
- Select Existing code (instead of starting fresh).
- Paste your existing Pine Script into the input.
3) Ask HorizonAI to convert
- In the prompt, say: "Please convert this Pine Script into MetaTrader 5 (MQL5)."
- Click Go.
4) Review and download
- HorizonAI will produce MT5 (MQL5) code based on your input.
- Review the output, then copy or download the generated file for MetaEditor.
Tips for better conversions
- If your source is a Pine strategy, mention it so trade logic maps to MQL5 orders.
- Include timeframe, symbol assumptions, or broker specifics if relevant.
- If you have custom inputs, mention defaults so they become
inputparameters in MQL5.
FAQs
- Does it work for indicators and strategies? Yes. Clarify whether your Pine code is an indicator or strategy.
- Can I keep iterating? Yes. Paste revised Pine code or update your prompt and regenerate.
- What if it doesn't compile? Check MetaEditor errors, then paste them into HorizonAI and ask it to fix.
Next Steps
Once you've converted your Pine Script to MT5:
Deploy on MetaTrader 5:
- Introduction to MetaEditor — Learn how to compile MQL5 code
- Setting Up MetaTrader 5 — Install MT5 if you haven't
- MT5 Backtesting Guide — Test your converted strategy
Learn More:
- MQL5 vs Pine Script — Understand the differences
- Pine Script vs MQL5: Which to Learn — Platform comparison
- Automate Trading on MT5 — Complete MT5 automation guide
Related Conversions:
- Convert MT5 to Pine Script — Go the other direction
- Getting Started with HorizonAI — Generate strategies from scratch
- How to Prompt — Get better conversion results