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  • #61
  • May 28, 2021 11:43am May 28, 2021 11:43am
Quoting kofix11
@ ryuryu Probably this link helps to hide borders: https://www.forexfactory.com/thread/...-all-mt4-chart Perhaps of intrest for Trader-IT too.
Thanks for the help kofix11.

Reading ryuryu's "removed windows titles", I imagined the areas I had removed (covered) from the images.
With a similar reference to "hidden borders of a chart", it would have been easier for me to understand.
I use the Google Translator and it is not at all easy for me, to write and read correctly.

You are right. I use that tool, only more up to date.
It is part, along with others, of the "Configuration" which I am almost ready to publish, on my other thread.
I've seen things you people wouldn't believe
  • #62
  • May 28, 2021 12:01pm May 28, 2021 12:01pm
Quoting Trader-IT
{quote} Hi ryuryu The explanation is simple: If I had left the name of the Broker in sight, for Forex Factory it would have been a "hidden" advertisement and this Thread would immediately be moved to the "Commercial Section", where I have another Thread. If this Thread had ended up in the "Commercial Section", these instructions would have reached a much smaller number of Traders, and my "good deed" (disseminating important information) would have been limited. For this reason, I've covered everything that referred to the Broker, including the name...
No, I'm not talking about broker name or whatever, I mean you don't have borders around the charts.

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yours are:

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they are thin and very nice. And I can't understand how you did it
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  • #63
  • Edited 3:51pm May 28, 2021 1:24pm | Edited 3:51pm
Quoting ryuryu
{quote} No, I'm not talking about broker name or whatever, I mean you don't have borders around the charts. {image} yours are: {image} they are thin and very nice. And I can't understand how you did it
Hi ryuryu.
Sorry for the initial misunderstanding. As I wrote earlier, the automatic translator often throws unpleasant jokes on me.
Unfortunately I only understood afterwards what you meant.

Indeed it is a very useful tool, as well as visually elegant. I can no longer do without it.
The amount of additional information that can be displayed, is truly remarkable.

If you also use MT4, you can use one of the indicators from the link to the wire for the time being, which kofix11 kindly provided.
But I remember that I struggled a bit to find the version without problems and even this one, I had to modify it slightly.
If you want to try it out, first create a Test Profile just for it.
Don't worry though, it does no harm.

Within a couple of weeks, I'll be providing (among others) a more updated version of this tool for MT4, but on my other thread.
It will be part of a complete set of indicators, EAs and scripts, all free and without limitations.

If you only use MT5, I have now done an Internet search for you (and for me too).
I only found this, but haven't tested it yet. Hope it works well.

indy attachment


(correction)
I couldn't resist and only tried indy MT5 now. Does not work. It's useless. I'm sorry.
Deleted indy attachment.
I've seen things you people wouldn't believe
  • #64
  • May 29, 2021 7:16am May 29, 2021 7:16am
Some useful examples, on the use of a portable MT4/MT5 installed on a USB stick.
It is not always possible or convenient to have your own Notebook with you control and
even worse operate, on a mobile phone or a Tablet, with a Mobile MT4/MT5 version.
A MT4/MT5 Desktop, for sure allows a better analysis and you have all yours usual and
loved tools available. So, if there is a computer where you travel, the game is easy.

1) Go to a relative or friend to show them what you do or to teach them to Trade.
Don't install anything on your computer. Time saved and no files deposited.
Your tools and your "strategy" remain in your hands.

2) You have to spend a few hours several times a week, in another apartment and
you want to use something more than your usual mobile phone, to see how your operations are going.

3) You have a certain degree of freedom in your workplace (if you are an employee), but you cannot install
on the computer you use, "foreign" software. It might be useful to use your usual MT4/MT5 from your USB stick.
No traces.
The only impediment could be the office router, set only for connection to the Job Software.
Make friends with your IT Security colleague and you may have solved the problem.

This is another example of how a portable version can be used, without a USB stick:
VPS.
You can also choose a cheaper version of a VPS, that is a service NOT dedicated to Trading,
(without a pre-installed MT4/MT5). As long as the chosen VPS has the S.O. Windows in any version.
The advantages are still there even if the VPS already has the platform.
Without having to set up, set up and upload all your files, just copy the resident version on your usual computer and
transfer it to the VPS. You are up and running in less than a minute.

WARNINGS:
I will never finish writing it, because it is the only problem that can prevent you from using a portable version.
Every time that:
- rename the folder containing the platform
- move the folder containing the platform to another place
- use the platform from a USB stick on another computer,
you must always delete the "terminal-link" file and create a new modified link.
Don't worry, it's an operation that you only have to do once and the platform keeps the change in memory.

Last aspect: every time you create, rename or move a platform, you are prompted for the first login
the account number and password data again. Uncomfortable. but safer for you.
Anyone who comes into possession of a copy of you will never be able to connect to your account, except of course,
if you are using one of the computers to which the platform has been connected.
But in this case, it wouldn't matter whether it was portable or not. It's right?
This setting, too, needs to be entered only once. Then it is stored permanently.
If you really can't remember your account login details, just store them in a simple .txt file and
protecting it with a PW. And you are safe.

PS:
If you are interested in the VPS topic, in a few days I will write a post that you might find interesting, on my other thread. Keep it under control.
I've seen things you people wouldn't believe
  • #65
  • May 29, 2021 8:59am May 29, 2021 8:59am
Quoting Trader-IT
If you really can't remember your account login details, just store them in a simple .txt file and protecting it with a PW. And you are safe. PS: If you are interested in the VPS topic, in a few days I will write a post that you might find interesting, on my other thread. Keep it under control.
Very good atricle my friend. But I'll suggest not save login information in txt file, use KeePass or similar password storage software.
Observer effect
  • #66
  • Edited 11:11am May 29, 2021 10:07am | Edited 11:11am
Quoting ryuryu
{quote} Very good atricle my friend. But I'll suggest not save login information in txt file, use KeePass or similar password storage software.
Hi ryuryu.
Of course yours is a great suggestion and valid alternative.

Many years ago, (Windows version 3.0 or 3.1 was still there) I used similar secure password storage software.
It was necessary to access the program, type a PW and a file appeared with all the PWs of all the Internet sites,
files and programs that I had.

But one day this SW (I don't know why) stopped working and I found myself in trouble.
Remembering dozens of usernames and PWs that were all different was difficult at the time.
Now that there are over a hundred, it is impossible.

Personally I can get all the reassurances of this World, but I no longer trust this type of SW.

A foolproof and ultra safe solution (for me) is to use 7-Zip (always in portable version like dozens other in my possession)
and upload a file inside (there is no limit to the number of file or weight).
Then I create a self-extracting .exe file encrypted (with AES-256) and with a PassWord (with confirmation) unlock.
In this way I am not tied to any external SoftWare and even if the created file gets damaged ... I have other copies on other devices.

The procedure seems long and complicated, but the program is multi-lingual (several dozen)
and there are only 4 or 5 options to choose from.
It takes less than a minute to create it and a few seconds to make it visible.
It is true that the unpacked file remains visible afterwards, but I delete it with EraserDrop (portable) and its 35-pass Gutmann system.
Meanwhile, the .exe file remains encrypted.

The two programs weigh:
7-ZipPortable: 8.15 MB
EraserDropPortable: 1.62 MB.
They fit without problems (together with other useful portable programs and of course different MT4s) even in the smallest USB stick.

There is no Government Agency or Hacker in the World, that can read this encrypted file or recover the deleted one.
Safer than that is impossible.
I've seen things you people wouldn't believe
  • #67
  • Jun 6, 2021 9:45am Jun 6, 2021 9:45am
Quoting Trader-IT
Some useful examples, on the use of a portable MT4/MT5 installed on a USB stick. It is not always possible or convenient to have your own Notebook with you control and even worse operate, on a mobile phone or a Tablet, with a Mobile MT4/MT5 version. A MT4/MT5 Desktop, for sure allows a better analysis and you have all yours usual and loved tools available. So, if there is a computer where you travel, the game is easy. 1) Go to a relative or friend to show them what you do or to teach them to Trade. Don't install anything on your computer. Time saved...
Thanks for explaining portable version setup.
I have a problem though; when add indices to my chart and load my template it says Waiting for Update and MT4 freezes. Pairs and Metals don't have any problem.
What could be the reason and how can I fix it?

Regards.
  • #68
  • Jun 6, 2021 10:20am Jun 6, 2021 10:20am
Quoting mcmstar
{quote} Thanks for explaining portable version setup. I have a problem though; when add indices to my chart and load my template it says Waiting for Update and MT4 freezes. Pairs and Metals don't have any problem. What could be the reason and how can I fix it? Regards.
Ok I fixed it by clicking all time frames without my template then it worked.
No more problem.

Thanks again.
  • #69
  • Jun 6, 2021 10:43am Jun 6, 2021 10:43am
Quoting mcmstar
{quote} Ok I fixed it by clicking all time frames without my template then it worked. No more problem. Thanks again.
Hi mcmstar.
Ok. I'm happy. From what I can understand, this was the case 1)
I was about to copy the answer I had just finished writing, when I saw your update.
However, I attach it, for any future similar problems, of another Trader.


ORIGINAL ANSWER:
I hope I have translated well.
Have you opened an index chart and applied a Template?
If so, I can think of only two causes for your blocking problem:
1) you do not have a "sufficient" history
2) your template has some pips calculation (Indicator or other) to set for the indices.
For example the Renko cannot have the same number of pips as a CFD or Pair. Or an indy that draws price levels, has an incorrect calculation / divisor (if for FX I can put divisor by 100, with DAX30 I have to set 10000 or 100000)
The photo is of a portable MT4, on which I have only indexes, with Templates and Profiles set on these ..
I opened now after a few days of inactivity and I have no problems. US500 and DAX30 plus Renko (Market closed because Sunday).
I can only recommend opening a "clean" chart and uploading indy for indy.
If I mistranslated your question, please try asking again with more details.

Ps:
By changing the TFs, you have loaded the history.
Good boy. You have thought and found the solution.
If it happened as it sometimes happens to me, attempt after attempt, it doesn't matter. You committed and solved. So you do it.

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  • #70
  • Jun 7, 2021 10:46am Jun 7, 2021 10:46am
Thanks for helping.
But there is an FSO Harmonic Scanner indicator that is working with normal MT4 but not working on portable. What could be the reason? I wanted to send the file to you from PM but couldn't find that button.
  • #71
  • Jun 7, 2021 11:15am Jun 7, 2021 11:15am
Quoting mcmstar
Thanks for helping. But there is an FSO Harmonic Scanner indicator that is working with normal MT4 but not working on portable. What could be the reason? I wanted to send the file to you from PM but couldn't find that button.
Hi mcmstar.
Trust me, any indy, EA or script that works on a "normal" installation will also work on a "laptop".
The platform is the same, only it is located in a single directory and not scattered on the computer. Nothing is changed or replaced.

In this case and in cases of installed tools that you are not sure are made up of a single .ex4 file,
there may be a .ddl or .set file or something else, which the indicator (in this case) uses to work.

Check the counselors register and diary MT4 to see if there are any reports.
Otherwise, it analyzes and compares folder by folder, all the files present in the two installations.
You may find that one or more files are missing.

Let me know.
I've seen things you people wouldn't believe
  • #72
  • Edited 11:51am Jun 7, 2021 11:28am | Edited 11:51am
Quoting mcmstar
Thanks for helping. But there is an FSO Harmonic Scanner indicator that is working with normal MT4 but not working on portable. What could be the reason? I wanted to send the file to you from PM but couldn't find that button.
I see now from the official site, that only two licenses are allowed.
Is it possible that it has already been installed or even just tried, on two different MT4s?

If you don't know, does this instrument come from a friend of yours who gave it to you?

Other point:
In some "external" installation of an indy or other, the presence of MT4 installed on the computer is checked.
A portable MT4 is not installed on the computer, so it is not found automatically.
It must be searched and selected manually, to get the indy (or other) installation.
I've seen things you people wouldn't believe
  • #73
  • Jun 7, 2021 11:43am Jun 7, 2021 11:43am
Quoting Trader-IT
{quote} I see now from the official site, that only two licenses are allowed. Is it possible that it has already been installed or even just tried, on two different MT4s? If you don't know, does this instrument come from a friend of yours who gave it to you? Other point: In some "external" installation of an indy or other, the presence of MT4 installed on the computer is checked. A portable MT4 is not installed on the computer, so it is not found automatically. It must be searched and selected manually, to get the indy (or other) installation. {image}...
You can download the licensed version for free it is all over the internet. Should I attach the file here?
  • #74
  • Jun 7, 2021 11:48am Jun 7, 2021 11:48am
Quoting mcmstar
{quote} You can download the licensed version for free it is all over the internet. Should I attach the file here?
No.
It is not necessary to attach a file.
Sorry, but I don't have time to try it out and verify.
You said that on a normal MT4 it works.
It must also work on a portable version.
Sure.
I've seen things you people wouldn't believe
  • #75
  • Jun 7, 2021 9:30pm Jun 7, 2021 9:30pm
Quoting Trader-IT
Now switch to the MQL4 caretlla and delete everything you find in: - Experts - Indicators - Scripts. Don't worry about the indicators. All those that MT4 offers on its platform are stored in another place and you will find them whenever you want. {image}{image}{image}
Ok I found the problem.
Deleting the indicators in the indicator directory makes that indicator not working. I copied them back and now it works fine.
Maybe just one of them would be enough but I don't have time to find which one.
For those who have problems with some indicator you should do that.
  • #76
  • Jun 22, 2021 1:39am Jun 22, 2021 1:39am
Hello
Is there way to load indicators from mql5.com that just lets to download directly to MT4 account?
  • #77
  • Jun 22, 2021 2:48am Jun 22, 2021 2:48am
Quoting mcmstar
{quote} Ok I found the problem. Deleting the indicators in the indicator directory makes that indicator not working.
Observer effect
  • #78
  • Jun 22, 2021 5:13am Jun 22, 2021 5:13am
Quoting mcmstar
Hello Is there way to load indicators from mql5.com that just lets to download directly to MT4 account?
just do it within MT4 itself, so easy

you never seen the Market tab before?

better go to school and learn MT4 if you're going to trade with it

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It takes a lot for me to IGNORE you, but you can try.
  • #79
  • Aug 27, 2021 3:09am Aug 27, 2021 3:09am
Quoting Trader-IT
Insert the file in the "Scripts" folder: ForceLoadHistoricalData_mod.ex4 {image} {file}
Trader-IT Many Many Thanks for sharing this detailed tutorial, how much data foreloadhistoricalData.ex4 will download, only 3 months, 1 year, 2 years or all time, does it download data from the logged Broker in MT4, or this script will download the data from meta quote server? Thank you

Warm Regards,
Watch market as a layman, Do have a opposit trade what ur mind suggest ;-)
  • #80
  • Sep 8, 2021 1:55am Sep 8, 2021 1:55am
Quoting libra_reserv
{quote} Trader-IT Many Many Thanks for sharing this detailed tutorial, how much data foreloadhistoricalData.ex4 will download, only 3 months, 1 year, 2 years or all time, does it download data from the logged Broker in MT4, or this script will download the data from meta quote server? Thank you Warm Regards,
Hello libra_reserv. Sorry for the delay in the response.

If a Trader wants more data to consult, he has two solutions:
1) disable the two MT4 automatic scrolls on a chart of the pair whose data you want and - for each time (M1, M5, etc.)
- scroll back as long as the Broker allows it. Repeat for each pair whose data you want.

2) use the ForceLoadHistoricalData_mod.ex4 script and let it do everything automatically.
Without any setting it loads all the data (for each time) for everything that is present in the Market Watch.
You can also select just one pair by entering it in the script panel. Do you want three couples? Repeat the process on 3 different charts.

The downloaded data will be those of the Broker used.

The amount of data downloaded (historical) depends on the Broker used:
I remember that many years ago, a Broker had a monthly history of over 30 years.
In recent times, I have found a Broker who only had 3 months as a historian. It all depends on the Broker.

I do not recommend using the history of one Broker, on the platform of another.
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