# Trading Schedule

* Use time ranges to define **allowed trading windows**.
* Multiple time blocks per day are supported, separated by a semicolon `;`.
* All time settings follow **broker/server time** (not your local time).

#### **Friday Stop Option**

* Hour to stop trading on Fridays`= 20` → EA will not open new trades **after 20:00** on Fridays, opened trades are still managed.
* Good for avoiding weekend slippage or rollover spreads.

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#### **Format Examples**

* `""` → Empty = **trade all day**
* `"00:00-14:30"` → Trade from midnight to 14:30 only
* `"02-14;16-24"` → Trade from 02:00–14:00 and again from 16:00–24:00

✔ You can use `:` or just hours — both are accepted.

#### **Best Practice**

* Start simple: Set one block (e.g. `"08:00–20:00"`) and monitor results.
* Use Friday stop around **17:00–20:00** to reduce exposure to weekend gaps.
* Combine with **news filters** or **low-spread periods** for stronger control.
  {% endhint %}

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#### **Why Use This?**

* Filter out **low-liquidity periods** (e.g., early Monday or late Friday).
* Avoid **high-spread rollover hours** (usually around 23:00).
* Target **specific sessions**:
  * **London** (08:00–16:00)
  * **New York** (13:00–22:00)
  * **Asia** (00:00–08:00)
    {% endhint %}

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#### **Things to Keep in Mind**

* If the current time is **outside the allowed window**, the EA will **not open new trades**.
* Existing trades are **not closed** — only entry is affected.
* Avoid overlapping or incorrect formatting (e.g., don’t use `"14:00-12:00"`).
  {% endhint %}

🧠 *This feature puts you in control of your bot's rhythm — match trading hours to your strategy's heartbeat.*


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