Here we take you through each component of the platform to get you up to scratch on what we will be dealing with.

A look into the available features with the menu buttons

Toolbars help us to set the charts up with our trendlines, change chart types, and do our calculations in terms of measurements.

The MarketWatch Window is were we will find our instruments to trade.

Here is where we will find our indicators we want to use, as well as scripts, EA's and much more. 

This is the section that gives you details on your trading account and more. 

The status bar is used to identify possible issues with the platform.

Knowing this feature makes all the difference. it cut's down on chart setup time and also serves as a backup for any backtesting done. This can save you LOADS of work in the future.

here we look at grouping chart accordingly by using Profiles

Here the practical examples are shown, run with them in your own platform. Remember to keep practicing your trade entries and setting of stops and targets. It'll take a short while before we get to the strat building part, as we have to master the platform and indicators first. If you don't practice, you might find it difficult once we move to the strategy building section

How to execute a trade in MT4 

Sometimes we only want to close a portion of our trades to secure some profits. In this example we show you just how to do that. 

Adding these extras can be very helpful in knowing what your next move is going to be.