What Is the Difference Between Templates and Profiles?
Feature | Templates | Profiles |
Purpose | Save single chart settings | Save entire workspace layouts |
Contents | Indicators, chart style, appearance | Multiple charts, symbols, positions |
Scope | Applies to one chart at a time | Applies to the full platform layout |
Use Case | Reuse a specific chart setup | Restore a complete multi-chart environment |
Access Path | Right-click chart → Template | File menu → Profiles |
How Do I Create a New Profile?
Step 1 – Set Up Your Workspace
Open multiple charts
Arrange them as desired
Add indicators and tools to each chart
Step 2 – Save as Profile
Go to File > Profiles
Select Save As
Enter a descriptive name
Click Save
How Do I Switch Between Profiles?
Quick switching:
Go to File > Profiles
Select any saved profile from the list
Your workspace changes immediately
What gets saved:
Chart positions and sizes
All indicators and their settings
Drawing tools and objects
Timeframes for each chart
Symbol selection for each chart
How Do I Manage My Profiles?
To rename a Profile:
Go to File > Profiles
Right-click on the profile name
Select Rename
To delete a Profile:
Go to File > Profiles
Right-click on the profile name
Select Delete
Default Profile:
MT5 automatically saves your last workspace and reopens it on restart
Always create custom profiles for specific strategies