Report & Dashboard Guide
📋 Overview
RedFox Copier Pro includes advanced analytics and reporting features to monitor performance and visualize real-time data. These professional tools help you track results, analyze patterns, and make data-driven decisions.
Key Features:
📊 Automated Reports - Daily/Weekly/Monthly analytics via Telegram
📈 Chart Dashboard - Real-time visual display on charts
📁 CSV Export - Data export for external analysis
📉 Performance Metrics - Win rate, profit factor, drawdown tracking
📊 Report & Analytics
1. EnableReport
EnableReport = true | falseControls whether EA generates and sends performance reports.
false (Default - No Reports)
Behavior: No automated analytics, manual tracking only.
When to use:
Don't want Telegram messages
Manual tracking preferred
Reduce EA overhead
true (Reports Active - Recommended)
Behavior: EA automatically generates reports and sends via Telegram.
When to use:
Professional performance tracking
Want accountability and transparency
Make data-driven decisions
Monitor multiple EA instances
Benefits:
✅ Track performance over time
✅ Identify best symbols/strategies
✅ Spot issues early
✅ Data-driven optimization
2. AutoDailyReport
Controls automatic daily report generation.
true (Auto Daily Reports)
Behavior: EA sends daily summary at end of trading day.
Report Content:
When to use:
Daily performance review
Track consistency
Identify daily patterns
Professional accountability
3. AutoWeeklyReport
Controls automatic weekly report generation.
Report Content:
When to use:
Weekly review and planning
Compare week-over-week progress
Strategic adjustments
Long-term tracking
4. AutoMonthlyReport
Controls automatic monthly report generation.
Report Content:
When to use:
Monthly performance review
Long-term strategy evaluation
Reporting to investors/partners
Tax/accounting records
5. ReportTime
Defines when daily report is generated (24-hour format, broker server time).
Configuration Examples:
End of Trading Day:
Before European Close:
After NY Close:
Important: Use broker server time (check MT4 market watch).
6. ExportReportCSV
Controls whether reports are also saved as CSV files.
true (Export to CSV)
Behavior: Report data saved to Files/ folder as CSV.
File Format:
Use Cases:
Import to Excel/Google Sheets
Advanced analytics (pivot tables, charts)
Custom backtesting analysis
Share with partners/investors
Tax preparation
When to enable:
Professional trading
Want detailed records
External analysis tools
Compliance/audit requirements
📈 Chart Dashboard
7. EnableChartDashboard
Controls whether real-time dashboard is displayed on chart.
false (No Dashboard)
Behavior: Clean chart, no overlays.
When to use:
Minimal screen space
Focus on price action only
Multiple charts (dashboard on one only)
true (Dashboard Active - Recommended)
Behavior: Real-time info panel displayed on chart.
Dashboard Display:
Benefits:
✅ Real-time performance monitoring
✅ Quick account health check
✅ No need to check Telegram
✅ Professional visual feedback
✅ Spot issues instantly
When to use:
Active monitoring
Professional trading setup
Multiple monitors
Demo/live comparison
8. DashboardPosition
Controls where dashboard appears on chart.
Configuration:
Recommendation: Choose position that doesn't overlap important price levels.
9. DashboardSize
Controls dashboard text size and panel dimensions.
SMALL:
Compact display
Minimal screen space
Basic info only
MEDIUM (Recommended):
Balanced size
Good readability
Standard info
LARGE:
Maximum visibility
Large monitors
Detailed info
Presentation mode
💼 Real-World Configuration Examples
Example 1: Professional Trader Setup
Account: $10,000
Configuration:
Result: Complete performance tracking with daily accountability, weekly trends, monthly analytics, and real-time dashboard.
Example 2: Minimal Setup
Account: $5,000
Configuration:
Result: Daily accountability without excessive data, clean dashboard for quick checks.
Example 3: Institutional Setup
Account: $50,000
Configuration:
Result: Professional reporting for compliance, detailed analytics in CSV format, large dashboard for presentation/monitoring rooms.
Example 4: Multiple Accounts
Setup: 3 accounts being monitored
Account 1 (Main):
Account 2 & 3 (Secondary):
Result: Detailed tracking on main account, basic monitoring on secondary accounts, reduced Telegram message volume.
⚠️ Common Mistakes
❌ Mistake 1: No Reporting Enabled
Bad:
Good:
Why: Can't improve what you don't measure.
❌ Mistake 2: Too Many Reports
Bad:
Good:
Why: Information overload leads to ignoring reports.
❌ Mistake 3: Wrong Report Time
Bad:
Good:
Why: Mid-day reports don't reflect full daily performance.
❌ Mistake 4: Dashboard Too Large
Bad:
Good:
Why: Dashboard should enhance, not obstruct trading view.
❌ Mistake 5: Not Using CSV Export
Bad:
Good:
Why: CSV data enables deep analysis that Telegram reports can't provide.
✅ Best Practices
✅ 1. Enable Daily Reports
Minimum Configuration:
Benefits: Daily accountability, pattern recognition, quick issue detection.
✅ 2. Use Dashboard for Real-Time Monitoring
Benefits: Instant visibility, no need to check Telegram constantly.
✅ 3. Export CSV for Deep Analysis
Monthly Routine:
Import CSV to Excel/Sheets
Create pivot tables
Analyze by symbol, time, day
Find patterns and optimize
✅ 4. Review Reports Consistently
Daily:
Check daily report before bed
Review win rate and profit
Note any anomalies
Weekly:
Compare week-over-week
Identify best/worst days
Adjust strategy if needed
Monthly:
Deep dive into CSV data
Calculate Sharpe ratio
Strategic planning
✅ 5. Configure Report Time Correctly
Match Your Trading Schedule:
✅ 6. Dashboard Position Strategy
Single Monitor:
Multiple Monitors:
🚀 Quick Start Guide
Step 1: Enable Basic Reporting
Step 2: Enable Dashboard
Step 3: Test for One Week
Monitor daily reports
Check dashboard accuracy
Adjust position/size if needed
Step 4: Add CSV Export
Step 5: Enable Weekly/Monthly Reports
Step 6: Develop Review Routine
Daily: Quick check of daily report (2 min)
Weekly: Review weekly report + adjust strategy (15 min)
Monthly: Deep CSV analysis + optimization (1 hour)
📊 Report Analysis Tips
Identify Your Edge
Look for:
Best performing symbols
Best trading times/sessions
Winning vs losing patterns
Days of week performance
Example Analysis:
Track Consistency
Key Metrics:
Win rate stability (should be steady)
Average win/loss ratio
Drawdown trends
Profit factor consistency
Red Flags:
Win rate declining
Average loss increasing
Drawdown increasing
Inconsistent profit/loss
Risk Metrics to Monitor
From Reports:
📞 FAQ
Q: When does daily report generate? A: At the time specified in ReportTime (broker server time).
Q: Can I get reports for past dates? A: No, but you can review CSV exports for historical data.
Q: Dashboard slowing down MT4? A: Set DashboardSize = SMALL or disable on secondary charts.
Q: Where are CSV files saved? A: MetaTrader/MQL4/Files/RedFoxCopierPro_Report_YYYY-MM-DD.csv
Q: Can I customize report content? A: Not directly in settings, but CSV export allows custom analysis in Excel.
Q: Reports showing wrong timezone? A: Reports use broker server time (check MT4 market watch).
Q: Can I send reports to multiple Telegram accounts? A: No, reports go to configured Telegram bot only. Forward manually if needed.
Q: Dashboard not showing on chart? A: Check EnableChartDashboard = true and EA is running on that chart.
📁 CSV Export Format
File Structure:
Excel Analysis Tips:
Create pivot tables by Symbol, Type, Result
Chart profit by hour/day/week
Calculate rolling win rate
Track drawdown periods
Identify correlation patterns
Remember: Professional traders review their performance religiously. Use these tools to continuously improve! 📊📈
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