What are indicators?
Indicators are graphical or metrical tools that help analyse market conditions on the MetaTrader 4 platform. The platform includes a database of indicators and scripts by default, accessible through multiple methods.
How do I access indicators?
How do I access indicators?
Method 1: Navigator window
Step 1 - Open the Navigator window
Step 2 - Click Indicators
Method 2: Main toolbar
Step 1 - Click the Insert tab in the main toolbar
Step 2 - Select your indicator
How do I add custom indicators
How do I add custom indicators
Download and install
Step 1 - Download indicators from the MetaQuotes Marketplace
Step 2 - Your new indicator appears in the Navigator window
Apply to a chart
Step 1 - Double-click the indicator in Navigator
Step 2 - A settings window appears
Step 3 - Adjust these settings:
Colors
Levels
Visualization options
Step 4 - Click OK to apply
How do I manage existing indicators?
How do I manage existing indicators?
Step 1 - Right-click on the chart
Step 2 - Select Indicators list
Step 3 - Choose to:
Edit - Change indicator settings
Delete - Remove the indicator
What are scripts?
Scripts are automated tools written in MQL4 programming language. All scripts, indicators, and Expert Advisors use this language.
How do I modify scripts?
How do I modify scripts?
Option 1: Meta Editor
Step 1 - Open Meta Editor
Step 2 - Edit your script code
Step 3 - Save changes
Option 2: Quick modify
Step 1 - Right-click on a script
Step 2 - Select Modify
Step 3 - Meta Editor opens automatically
Where can I get help?
Where can I get help?
Press F1 to open the Meta Editor user manual. This provides detailed information about:
Writing scripts
Modifying indicators
MQL4 programming basics
Key points
All indicators work with real-time chart data
Custom indicators function exactly like default ones
You need basic MQL4 knowledge to create custom scripts
The platform saves your indicator settings automatically