What exactly is social trading? It is defined as a process, during which online traders make their own trades based on data generated by other users from various trading platforms. Since the advent of online trading, the social aspect of the activity has represented a natural and powerful draw for […]
MetaTrader 4: What is it
MetaTrader 4: What is it – and how can it benefit traders? MT4 is a trading platform developed by a company called MetaQuotes. Even if you haven’t heard of that particular organization, if you explore some of the popular brokers out there (Galore Pro and XM.com to name just two), […]
Modify a chart in MetaTrader 4
This guide assumes that you have opened a chart. How to modify the chart type In MetaTrader 4 there are three different chart types to represent the price movement of an asset. There are several methods with which you can switch in between these chart types. The fastest method is […]
How to open a chart in MT4
How to open a chart There are three methods in which to open a price chart in MetaTrader 4 (MT4). Each method is explained below. Method 1 – Using the file menu The most common method for opening a chart in MetaTrader 4 uses the File menu of MT4. Click on File and […]
4 different time frames of one currency pair
 frames of one currency pair You can easily set up 4 different time frame charts of a single currency pair in the same screen. To do this, open 4 new charts having the same currency pair. Now, select each chart, and then click on the time frame icon gradually from […]
MetaTrader 4 indicators and add-ons
What are MetaTrader 4 indicators? MetaTrader 4 indicators are powerful technical analysis tools which can help you to identify market trends and provide evidence for your predictions about future price movements. What are MetaTrader 4 add-ons? As well as the free indicators offered by several brokers , you will […]
How to Turn Off an Indicator in MetaTrader 4
How to Turn Off an Indicator in MetaTrader 4 To turn an indicator off, use the shortcut ‘CTRL+I’ to display your list of indicators. Select the indicator you want to turn off by clicking on it and then click on the ‘Delete’ button.
How to add a downloaded indicator in MetaTrader 4
How to add a downloaded indicator in MetaTrader 4 Find the MT4 file that you have downloaded and copy it to your clipboard. Then, in MT4, go to ‘File’ and select ‘Open Data Folder’. From the resulting window, open the ‘MQL4’ folder and then the ‘Indicators’ folder. Paste your copied […]
How to Navigate In MetaTrader 4
How to Navigate In MetaTrader 4 How to Show Terminal in MetaTrader 4 You can open or close the ‘Terminal’ window using the shortcut ‘CTRL+T’. How to Show Trade History in MetaTrader 4 You can view trade history in MT4 via the ‘Terminal’ window, which you can open and close […]
How to Add Commodities to MetaTrader 4
How to Add Commodities to MetaTrader 4 Adding commodities to MT4 is very similar to the process described above for CFDs on shares and indices. Let’s say that you want to know how to add Gold and Silver to MetaTrader 4. Use the shortcut CTRL+U to open the ‘Symbols’ window. Look for the ‘Spot […]
How to Add Indices to MetaTrader 4
How to Add Indices to MetaTrader 4 Open the ‘Market Watch’ window (shortcut CTRL+M). Right-click within the window and select ‘Symbols’ (you can also jump directly to this using the shortcut CTRL+U). Look for the folders in the navigation tree called ‘Cash Indices’. Expand them to reveal the available stock […]
Trading With MetaTrader 4
Trading With MetaTrader 4 How to Trade A Currency Pair Using MetaTrader 4 The simplest way to open a trade in MetaTrader 4 is to use the ‘Order’ window and then place an instant order on the market. Select the currency pair of your choice by clicking on the ‘Window’ tab at […]
Setting Up MetaTrader 4
Setting Up MetaTrader 4 How to Set Up MetaTrader 4 on Windows It’s actually easy to install MetaTrader 4, and it’s available for a variety of operating systems. Once you have downloaded MT4, simply run the .exe file and follow the on-screen instructions within the installation wizard.
OctaFX
OctaFX Overview Founded 2011 Platform MetaTrader 4 for PC, MetaTrader 4 for iOS, MetaTrader 4 for Android, MT4 Web-platform, cT Desktop, cT iOS, cT Android, cT Web-based client Minimum account size $5 Minimum lot size 0.01 Tradable assets 50 Maximum margin 1:500 Spread on EUR/USD 0.2 pips Payment methods Credit […]
Pepperstone
Pepperstone was founded in 2010 in Melbourne, Australia by a team of experienced traders with a shared commitment to improve the world of online trading. Frustrated by delayed executions, expensive prices and poor customer support, we set out to provide traders around the world with superior technology, low-cost spreads and […]
Plus500
Plus500 Overview Founded 2008 Platform Windows Trader, WebTrader, Windows 10, Android App, Windows Phone App, iPhone App/iPad App/Apple Watch App Minimum account size $100 Minimum lot size 0.05 Tradable assets 2000+ Maximum margin 1:30 Spread on EUR/USD Dynamic Payment methods Visa/MasterCard, Skrill, Wire Transfer, PayPal Demo account Unlimited time Accepts […]
XTrade
XTrade Overview Founded 2007 Platform Xtrader Pro, iPhone & iPad App, Android Phone & Tablet App, Windows Phone App Minimum account size $100 Minimum lot size 0.01 Tradable assets 800+ Maximum margin 1:400 Spread on EUR/USD 3 pips Payment methods Credit Cards, UnionPay, Fast Bank Transfer, AliPay, CashU, Neteller, Skrill […]
XM
XM Group Overview Founded 2009 – Trading Point of Financial Instruments Ltd 2015 – Trading Point of Financial Instruments Pty Ltd 2016 – Trading Point of Financial Instruments UK Ltd Platform MT4 for PC, MT4 for Mac, MT4 Multiterminal, MT4 WebTrader, MT5 for PC, MT5 for Mac, MT5 WebTrader, MT4 […]
Vantage FX
Vantage FX Overview Founded 2009 Platform MetaTrader4, MetaTrader4 for MAC, Binary Options Platform, Web Trader, Mobile Trading Apps, MAM/PAMM, ZuluTrade, MyFXBook AutoTrade Minimum account size AU$100 Minimum lot size 0.01 Tradable Assets more than 50 instruments Maximum margin 1:500 Spread on EUR/USD 1 pip Payment methods Credit or Debit Card, […]
UFX
UFX Overview Founded 2007 Platform MetaTrader4, ParagonEX, Windows, Android app, Apple iOS app Minimum account size $100 Minimum lot size 0.01 Tradable assets 400+ Maximum margin 1:400 Spread on EUR/USD 2 pips Payment methods Credit Cards, Debit Cards, Skrill, CashU, Neteller, Wire Transfer Demo account Yes Accepts US traders No […]