How to Find and Manage Templates in MetaTrader 4
Templates on the MetaTrader 4 platform enable traders to create visual representations of charts containing graphical indicators, objects, colour settings, and time frame configurations. The platform's database includes several default templates that users can access by right-clicking on a chart and selecting from the displayed list.
How do I use default templates?
Step 1 - Right-click on any chart Step 2 - Select a template from the list Step 3 - The template applies instantly to your chart |
How do I view template contents?
This functionality allows traders to understand the components included in each template before applying it to their charts.
To see what's included in a template: Step 1 - Right-click on the chart Step 2 - Select one of these options:
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How do I create a custom template?
The platform provides the option to create personalised templates. The process begins with determining which elements to include in the template. Starting with a plain chart, users can add various components such as indicators and objects.
Set up your chart Step 1 - Start with a plain chart Step 2 - Add indicators you need
Step 3 - Add objects if needed
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Save your template Step 1 - Right-click inside the chart window Step 2 - Select Templates Step 3 - Click Save Template Step 4 - Your template saves to the data folder |
How do I apply a saved template?
Step 1 - Right-click inside any chart window Step 2 - Select Load Template Step 3 - Choose your template from the list Step 4 - Your saved settings apply instantly to the chart |
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