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Simple way to add any instrument's data to mt4?

  • #1
  • First Post: Jun 22, 2013 1:35pm Jun 22, 2013 1:35pm
Hi, I am wondering if there is a simple way to add any instrument to mt4

I understand that csv data can be imported to instruments in the history folder. Unfortunately, the instruments in the history folder are the instruments provided by the broker. So I am wondering is there a way we can code a script that would add a slot for whatever instrument we would like in the history folder and then just manually import the data from a csv file?
  • #2
  • Jun 22, 2013 5:33pm Jun 22, 2013 5:33pm
Quoting wowzers
Hi, I am wondering if there is a simple way to add any instrument to mt4 I understand that csv data can be imported to instruments in the history folder. Unfortunately, the instruments in the history folder are the instruments provided by the broker. So I am wondering is there a way we can code a script that would add a slot for whatever instrument we would like in the history folder and then just manually import the data from a csv file?
That shouldn't be a problem to add an additional symbol ... but in any case you won't have any real time incoming tick nor you won't be able to trade it if your broker isn't providing this specific symbol.
MT4/MT5 EAs/Indicators/Alerts coder
  • #3
  • Jun 22, 2013 8:52pm Jun 22, 2013 8:52pm
Quoting FerruFx
{quote} That shouldn't be a problem to add an additional symbol ... but in any case you won't have any real time incoming tick nor you won't be able to trade it if your broker isn't providing this specific symbol.
Yes, I am just looking to use MT4 for charting capabilities so that would be perfect
  • #4
  • Jun 22, 2013 9:10pm Jun 22, 2013 9:10pm
Quoting wowzers
{quote} Yes, I am just looking to use MT4 for charting capabilities so that would be perfect
So you just have to find a broker with such datas, then copy the history file into your platform folder.
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  • #5
  • Jun 22, 2013 11:27pm Jun 22, 2013 11:27pm
Quoting FerruFx
{quote} So you just have to find a broker with such datas, then copy the history file into your platform folder.
I think you are misunderstanding me. I would like to have a custom slot in the history center so that I can load csv data from a file to it.
  • #6
  • Jun 22, 2013 11:34pm Jun 22, 2013 11:34pm
Quoting wowzers
{quote} I think you are misunderstanding me. I would like to have a custom slot in the history center so that I can load csv data from a file to it.
I doubt that if the broker doesn't provide the symbol you need, that you can load it from the history center.

Why won't you use for your testings, a different broker with all the needed symbols ?
MT4/MT5 EAs/Indicators/Alerts coder
  • #7
  • Jun 23, 2013 2:55am Jun 23, 2013 2:55am
Quoting wowzers
Hi, I am wondering if there is a simple way to add any instrument to mt4 I understand that csv data can be imported to instruments in the history folder. Unfortunately, the instruments in the history folder are the instruments provided by the broker. So I am wondering is there a way we can code a script that would add a slot for whatever instrument we would like in the history folder and then just manually import the data from a csv file?
. I am looking to use Mt4 strictly for charting any instrument I want. there is no broker that offers that possibility so I am looking for a way around that
  • #8
  • Jun 23, 2013 4:17am Jun 23, 2013 4:17am
With respect, maybe FerruFX is wondering,

1. why you need to use only one particular broker (that doesn't provide the pair you want to test), and
2. why you can't just sign up for a demo account with a broker that DOES provide the pair you want to test, and just open another instance of that new MT4 account?

I'm wondering the same thing as well.
I'm not trying to convince anyone. I'm not in the "convincing" business.
  • #9
  • Jun 23, 2013 5:01am Jun 23, 2013 5:01am
Quoting wowzers
Hi, I am wondering if there is a simple way to add any instrument to mt4 I understand that csv data can be imported to instruments in the history folder. Unfortunately, the instruments in the history folder are the instruments provided by the broker. So I am wondering is there a way we can code a script that would add a slot for whatever instrument we would like in the history folder and then just manually import the data from a csv file?
Yes, it is possible. No, it is not simple.

The data for the instruments is stored in files in the history folder:
symbols.raw, symgroups.raw, ticks.raw, symbols.sel

You will need to add your new symbol data to these files. However, there is no official documentation of the format used. You can find some info by searching on forum.mql4.com and reviewing code for programs that modify the files, like a spread changer script.
  • #10
  • Jun 23, 2013 6:28am Jun 23, 2013 6:28am
Two approaches:
1) Convert the csv data to hst as an offline chart. There are programs around that have the formats and code to do that, but I do not have a link at the moment.
2) Import your csv data into a supported symbol that you are not using.
Note:
Free NinjaTrader can do what you want.
  • #11
  • Jun 23, 2013 9:32am Jun 23, 2013 9:32am
Quoting skenobi
With respect, maybe FerruFX is wondering, 1. why you need to use only one particular broker (that doesn't provide the pair you want to test), and 2. why you can't just sign up for a demo account with a broker that DOES provide the pair you want to test, and just open another instance of that new MT4 account? I'm wondering the same thing as well.
I am talking about instruments and not pairs... I would like the freedom to chart any of the stocks and/or futures.
  • #12
  • Jun 23, 2013 10:14am Jun 23, 2013 10:14am
Quoting Kenz987
Two approaches: 1) Convert the csv data to hst as an offline chart. There are programs around that have the formats and code to do that, but I do not have a link at the moment. 2) Import your csv data into a supported symbol that you are not using. Note: Free NinjaTrader can do what you want.
Hi, the second solution is interesting
  • #13
  • Last Post: Jun 23, 2013 6:35pm Jun 23, 2013 6:35pm
Quoting wowzers
{quote} I am talking about instruments and not pairs... I would like the freedom to chart any of the stocks and/or futures.
This will make you able to backtest these instruments ... but not forward charting.
MT4/MT5 EAs/Indicators/Alerts coder
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