MetaTrader 4 provides traders with customisation options and keyboard shortcuts that enhance the speed and convenience of platform usage. The platform operates similarly to desktop operating systems, enabling users to close, stretch, and move window panels.
What are the essential keyboard shorcuts?
What are the essential keyboard shorcuts?
Chart and window controls
F11 - Hide all sections except the chart window
Ctrl + M - Open/close Market Watch window
Ctrl + N - Open/close Navigator window
Ctrl + T - Open/close Terminal window
Trading shortcuts
F9 - Open New Order window
Ctrl + E - Enable/disable Expert Advisors
Help shortcuts
F1 - Open MT4 user guide
How do I customize the toolbar?
How do I customize the toolbar?
Show or hide toolbar sections
Step 1 - Click View in the menu
Step 2 - Select Toolbars
Step 3 - Choose which sections to show or hide
Customize toolbar buttons
Step 1 - Click View → Toolbars → Customize
Step 2 - Select which buttons to display or hide
Step 3 - Change button positions by dragging them
Step 4 - Add buttons not displayed by default
All changes save automatically.
How do I manage window panels?
How do I manage window panels?
You can close, stretch, and move window panels just like on your desktop. The MT4 platform works similarly to your operating system.
How do I find more shortcuts?
How do I find more shortcuts?
Step 1 - Press F1 to open the user guide
Step 2 - Click the Search tab
Step 3 - Type "hot keys" in the search box
Step 4 - Access the complete list of keyboard shortcuts
Key benefits of using shortcuts
Execute commands faster
Navigate the platform more efficiently
Reduce time spent on repetitive tasks
Work without interrupting your chart analysis