MT4 Setup

Steps #

1. 1 — Download the TradeAdapter EA for MT4

   Download the latest TradeAdapter EA for MT4:
   
   ⬇ Download tradeadapter_v1.065.zip
   

   Version: v1.065

2. 2 — Copy the EA into your MT4 terminal

   Place the EA files in the Experts folder:

   • Windows: C:\Program Files (x86)\MetaTrader 4\MQL4\Experts
   • Mac: /Users/your user/Library/Application Support/net.metaquotes.wine.metatrader4/drive_c/Program Files (x86)/MetaTrader 4/MQL4/Experts

   In MT4: File → Open Data Folder → open MQL4 → Experts.
   Restart MT4 or right-click Expert Advisors in the Navigator and choose Refresh.

3. 3 — Configure MT4 options

   Go to Tools → Options, open the Expert Advisors tab and ensure:

   • Allow automated trading is enabled
   • Allow WebRequest for listed URL is enabled
   • Add https://mt.tradeadapter.com to the allowed URLs list

4. 4 — Enable Auto Trading

   Turn on the Auto Trading button in the MT4 toolbar so the EA can execute trades.

5. 5 — Attach the EA to a chart

   Open the Navigator (Ctrl+N) → right-click Expert Advisors → Refresh.
   Right-click the TradeAdapter EA and choose Attach to a chart, or drag it onto the chart of the symbol you want to trade.

6. 6 — Enter your TradeAdapter API key

   When you attach the EA, the settings window opens.
   Enter your TradeAdapter API key
   (from your Profile page).
   For all other EA inputs and order actions, see
   EA Settings.

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