Automatic Posting with Web Request()
This professional-grade solution for MetaTrader 5 helps traders achieve greater efficiency in their daily workflow. This script functions as a utility program designed for specific, one-time execution tasks. It is utilized to perform targeted actions, such as closing all open orders, managing chart objects, or executing custom administrative commands on demand.
How to Setup and Use Automatic Posting with Web Request()
1. Installation: Move your script file into the MQL/Scripts directory and restart the platform.
2. Execution: Drag the script onto a chart; it will perform a one-time action, such as closing all open orders or clearing chart objects.
3. Editing: Use MetaEditor (F4) to modify code, click "Compile," and verify no errors appear in the terminal before running.
4. Removing: Scripts stop automatically, but you can remove them manually by right-clicking the chart and choosing "Remove Script."
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How are scripts different from EAs? A: Scripts execute a single action and then stop; EAs monitor the market and trade continuously.
Q: Can I assign a hotkey to a script? A: Yes, right-click the script in the Navigator, select "Set Hotkey," and define your preferred keyboard shortcut.
Q: Why did my script stop? A: Scripts are designed to stop immediately after finishing their programmed command; this is normal behavior.
Description & Settings
The function has two call options, the first option is used to send simple queries, the example of it is available in the script.
The second function option allows you to create queries of any type (GET, POST, HEAD, etc.) indicating your own set of headers. This options allows implementing flexible interaction with various Web services. This script is an example of how to post a message on the MQL5.com site.
Warning:
avoid sending too frequent automated requests to web sites, because most of sites block too frequent calls. The mql5.com site also has protection against too frequent requests, and an error in the code may lead to blocking of your account.
When you start the script, enter your mql5.com login and password.
You may use your own image name in the InpFileName parameter, do not forget to save the image file in the /MQL5/Files/ and in the InpFileType parameter set the correct .
Thus, using WebRequest() you can arrange automatic posting of messages containing current market analysis and forecast of probable price actions.
Note
The Host parameter is also ignored, its value is taken from the URL.
