Welcome to Lesson 9 of the Second Module in the PROP365 Academy. This tutorial explains in detail how to use the MT4 market watch window effectively. Mastering this panel helps you monitor your trading instruments closely and customize the display for your trading needs.
You will find the Market Watch window on the top left side of the MT4 platform. To display all available trading symbols offered by your broker, right-click inside this window and select Show All.
Right-click the Market Watch window and select Symbols to open a new dialog box displaying symbol groups. Each group contains multiple trading instruments categorized by asset type. For instance, the Forex group lists all currency pairs available.
You can:
After customizing your preferred symbols, you can save your selection as a custom set in the default folder. This allows quick access to your favorite instruments later. To remove a saved set, select the Remove option and choose the set to delete.
Select Properties from the drop-down menu to view detailed specifications of each symbol, including:
These details help you understand trading conditions for each instrument.
The Pop-up Prices feature can be activated from the right-click menu or by pressing F10. This function displays a small window with live price updates for selected symbols, making it easier to monitor price movements and place orders quickly.
Simply double-click any symbol in Market Watch or pop-up window to open the order window and place trades instantly.
The MT4 market watch window is a key tool for monitoring your trading environment. Use symbol groups, custom sets, and pop-up prices to tailor your interface and enhance your trading workflow.
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