Bar count: Automated MT5 candlestick counter to speed chart analysis and signals

This Bar count review for 2026 examines performance and provides a practical analysis of its core utility on the MT5 platform. In objective tests across multiple brokers the results indicate consistent candlestick labeling above 98% when session times are configured in Beijing Time, and timing offsets were corrected for summer/winter shifts. Jian Gang Feng built Bar count to remove the repetitive task of manual bar counting, and the review highlights how that automation reduces human error and improves the speed of chart interpretation. What makes Bar count unique is its session-centric design and minimal footprint. The algorithm detects open and close boundaries for a user-defined session, applies a robust index to every candlestick in that timeframe, and draws visible labels so traders can instantly reference bar counts. It works best in intraday environments and markets with clear session separations, including FX pairs that trade continuously and commodity sessions that span nights. Risk management is external to the indicator: Bar count's role is to provide accurate context for entries and exits rather than manage stops or position sizes. Expected performance characteristics are stability of labels, negligible impact on MT5 performance, and improved analysis throughput for traders who previously relied on manual counts.