Alpha Quant Pro Quick Installation Guide
Welcome to Alpha Quant Pro. This guide will walk you through the process from environment preparation to executing your first AI trade.
1. Prerequisites
To ensure stable operation, please ensure your computer meets the following requirements:
- OS: Windows 10 or Windows 11 (64-bit). Windows 7 or MacOS are NOT supported.
- RAM: Recommended 16GB (Minimum 8GB).
- Network: Stable internet connection (Ethernet or High-Quality Wi-Fi).
- MetaTrader 5 (MT5): Must be installed and logged into your broker account.
2. Preparing MetaTrader 5
Before installing Alpha Quant Pro, you must configure the MT5 terminal:
- Install MT5: Download and install MT5 from your broker's website.
- Login: Ensure connection status in the bottom right is green (showing latency, e.g.,
12ms). - Enable Algo Trading:
- Open Menu
Tools->Options(ShortcutCtrl+O). - Go to
Expert Advisorstab. - Check
Allow algorithmic trading. - Check
Allow WebRequest for listed URLand add:https://alphaquantpro.com
- Click
OKto save.
- Open Menu
3. Installing Alpha Quant Pro
- Download: Get the latest installer
AlphaQuantPro_Setup.exe. - Run Installer: Double click and follow the wizard. Default path recommended.
- Finish: The
Alpha Quant Proicon will appear on your desktop.
4. First Launch & Account Setup
- Launch: Double click the desktop icon. Run as Administrator if prompted.
- Risk Disclosure: Read the disclaimer and click
I ACCEPT. - Sign Up / Log In:
- On first launch, you will be prompted to create an account or log in.
- Sign up via Google OAuth or Email/Password.
- After login, the current computer is added to your account when a device slot is available.
- Standard: New accounts start with the free Standard software plan. A Pro trial is a separate eligible promotion/activation flow, not the default account tier.
5. Quick Start: Your First Strategy Run
Step 1: Dashboard Config
- Check Connection: Top-left
Engine Statusshould beREADY(Gray) orRUNNING(Green), andMT5 Connectionshould beCONNECTED.
Step 2: Select an AQP Bundle
- Go to the [BUNDLES] tab.
- Select Bundle: Choose an installed local Bundle or an official Bundle available to your current plan.
- Symbol: Enter trading symbol, matching MT5 Market Watch exactly (e.g.,
XAUUSDorGold). - Timeframe: Select
M5orM15. - Risk Settings:
Lot Size: Enter0.01.Use Dynamic Lots: Set to OFF for beginners.
- Click [Apply Settings].
Step 3: Start Engine
- Go to [DASHBOARD].
- Click the large [START ENGINE] button.
- Status Check:
- Button turns Red (
STOP ENGINE). Engine Statusbecomes Green (RUNNING).- Logs start scrolling (e.g., "Analyzing Market...").
- Button turns Red (
Step 4: Monitor the Strategy
The selected strategy workflow runs automatically while the engine is active.
- Keep the apps running: Keep Alpha Quant Pro and MT5 open while the workflow is operating.
- Monitor status: Use the Dashboard and risk controls to follow the current operating state.
6. FAQ
- Q: Clicked Start but nothing happens?
- A: Check if "Algo Trading" is enabled in MT5 (Hat icon should be green).
- Q: Why no trades?
- A: The selected strategy only acts when its configured conditions are met. Market conditions and active filters can result in long periods with no trades.