Export Symbol Specifications to CSV (Volume Step, Fill Mode, Stops Level)
Info
The Export Symbol Specifications to CSV (Volume Step, Fill Mode, Stops Level) is a Script for MetaTrader 5 that exports the trading specifications of all available symbols to a csv file. The CSV file includes the following columns: digits, point, tick size and tick value, minimum, maximum, and step volume.
Usage
This tool is typically used for enhancing chart analysis and decision making.
Platform
This Script works exclusively on MetaTrader 5 (both build 600+ and newer versions).
Setup
Place the downloaded file in MQL5/Scripts folder via File ? Open Data Folder in MetaTrader 5.
How to Install and Use Export Symbol Specifications to CSV (Volume Step, Fill Mode, Stops Level)
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.
What this tool does
Exports the trading specifications of all available symbols to a CSV file.
Typical Use Case
This Script excels in automated trading and technical analysis on MetaTrader 5.
Compatible Platform & Setup
This Script works on MetaTrader 5. Place the file in the MQL5/Scripts folder and restart the terminal.
Description & Settings
Related: Trade Environment Check: Account Mode, Symbol Rules, and Open Positions Report - another powerful script for MetaTrader 5 traders.
Exports the trading specifications of all available symbols to a CSV file.Also recommended: Multi-TF Data Grabber Lite: Clean CSV Export for MT5 - similar script with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
The CSV file includes the following columns: digits, point, tick size and tick value, minimum, maximum, and step volume.
Contract size, stops level, freeze level, current spread, floating or fixed spread, allowed filling modes, execution mode, trade mode, initial margin, swap long and short, and profit currency.
This tool is highly useful for ensuring Expert Advisors function correctly across different brokers or instruments. Key parameters like volume step, filling mode, and stops level are frequent causes of unexpected issues. By exporting this data, you can identify potential problems before executing trades.
Configuration Options:
- Select whether to export symbols from Market Watch only, or all symbols offered by the broker.
- Choose to write the output file to the common Files folder.
- Specify a file name (if left empty, a file name will be generated automatically).
Symbols not present in Market Watch are temporarily selected for data retrieval and then deselected, ensuring your Market Watch window remains unchanged.
This is a script that reads symbol data and generates a file. It does not perform any trading operations.
You may also like: Export Bars to CSV for Seamless Pandas Integration - excellent alternative for script users on MetaTrader 5.
Source Code
#property copyright "RobotFX"
#property link "https://robotfx.org"
#property version "1.02"
#property description "This code is educational. Feel free to use, modify and upgrade as you wish. Visit ROBOTFX.ORG for professional trading tools"
#property script_show_inputs
input bool InpMarketWatchOnly = true;
input bool InpCommonFolder = false;
input string InpFileName = "";
string CsvSafe(string text)
{.......
⚠ Limitations & Risk Warning
- This tool is provided for educational and testing purposes only.
- Past performance does not guarantee future results.
- Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Use on a demo account first.
- Results may vary depending on market conditions, broker, and settings.
- We recommend thorough backtesting and forward testing before using with real funds.