How to add custom Expert Advisors or indicators in MT4?

Modified on Tue, 3 Dec, 2024 at 10:16 PM

To add a custom Expert Advisor (EA) or indicator to MT4, follow these steps:


1. Download EA or indicator files

Make sure you have obtained the file of your EA or indicator, usually in .ex4 (MT4) format.

2. Open the data folder

  1. Start MetaTrader:Open your MT4 platform.

  2. Access the data folder

    • Click File > Open Data Folder.

3. Find the corresponding folder

  • For MT4:

    • Go to the MQL4 folder and select the ‘Expert Advisors’ folder (for EAs) or the ‘Indicators’ folder (for indicators).

4. Copy files

  • Copy the downloaded EA or indicator file to the corresponding folder.

5. Refresh the platform

  • Close and restart MT4.

  • Right-click on ‘Expert Advisors’ or ‘Indicators’ in the ‘Navigator’ window and select ‘Refresh’ to see the newly added items.

6. Test EA or indicator

  • Test an EA or indicator on a demo account first to make sure it functions as expected.

By following the above steps, you can add a custom EA or indicator. If you face any problems during the process, please feel free to contact Customer Support for further assistance.

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