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How Do I Customize Chart Windows in MT5?

Chart windows in MT5 provide the primary interface for market analysis and visual representation of price data. Each chart window can be extensively customised to meet individual analytical requirements and visual preferences.

How Do I Change Chart Appearance?

Right-click menu options:

Right-click anywhere on the chart
Select from these options:
- Properties: Colors, grid, scale settings
- Template: Apply saved layouts
- Refresh: Update chart data

Toolbar controls:

Zoom: + and - buttons or mouse wheel
Timeframe: M1, M5, H1, H4, D1, etc.
Chart type: Candlesticks, bars, or line

What Chart Types Are Available?

Candlestick charts show open, high, low, and close prices, ideal for pattern recognition with color-coded candles.
Bar charts display OHLC data in a more technical format, useful for precise price analysis.
Line charts connect closing prices over time, making them best for identifying overall market trends.

How Do I Save Chart Layouts?

Step 1 - Set Up Your Charts

Arrange multiple charts as desired
Add indicators and drawing tools
Customize colors and settings

Step 2 - Save as Template

Right-click on any chart
Select Template > Save Template
Name your layout

Step 3 - Apply to Other Charts

Open new charts
Right-click > Template > Select your saved template
Layout applies instantly

Pro tip: Create different templates for different trading strategies.

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