How to Customize and Use Shortcuts in MetaTrader 4

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 shortcuts?

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?

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?

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?

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

How to Customize and Use Shortcuts in MetaTrader 4

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