A few modifications that can make metatrader 5 a better platform

Over the last couple of years, there have been many trading platforms devised with different functionalities. Different platforms suit different traders. But one forex platform that has attracted many traders is the metatrader. It is one of the widely used trading platforms and offers features that not many other platforms offer. In spite if this, there are a few glitches in metatrader 5 that if over come, can make this platform even more suitable to using. Here are some of the places that require some changes.

 There must be extra columns that can be configured.  There must be a provision for displaying the profits in pips and USD at the same time. If there is a feature for closing all trades and deleting all orders, it can be really helpful. There should also be an option to execute the orders just by a click of the button. If metatrader 5 offers an option where in you can resize the window size, it will provide an easy way for switching between the windows.

 If the forex platform offers a feature that is similar to templates, it will make the work of the trader very easy. It will reduce a lot of work that was done manually previously. These templates will also reduce the scope of error as most things will be done automatically. The trading platforms should also have the option for creating the data logs so that if the data is lost for some reason, it can be recovered at a later stage. It should also have an option to save the data so that it can be referred later on.

 Another key area which requires some modifications is the charting systems. Charts form an integral part of the trader’s tools and an efficient charting can go a long way in helping the trader. Currently, metatrader 5 does not have the option to modify the charts to suit the trader’s requirements. For instance, currently you cannot change the grid colours of the charts as per your liking. If you want to change the colour, you have to reapply the templates. This needs to be changed. There should also be an option to convert to different timeframes. The user must be given the option to arrange the indicators and also to drag the indicators from one window to another. These features are currently not available in the metatrader 5 platform.

 These are some of the features that can make metatrader 5 platform a lot better and a lot user friendly. All though these features do not affect directly in your decision making process, but forex platform like these can certainly save time and thereby give more options to invest your time in some other tasks.

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Monday, August 10th, 2009 forex platform

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