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Widescreenshooter
Info
The Widescreenshooter is a Script for MetaTrader 5 that script to capture wide screenshots when your monitor's width is insufficient to display the entire chart. The script generates images with a length of 1500 bars, allowing you to capture the entire M1 day in a single screenshot, which is useful for post-analysis.
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 Widescreenshooter
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
Script to capture wide screenshots when your monitor's width is insufficient to display the entire chart.
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: multi buy limit orders & multi buy stop orders - another powerful script for MetaTrader 5 traders.
Script to capture wide screenshots when your monitor's width is insufficient to display the entire chart.Also recommended: to clear objects by type - similar script with strong performance on MetaTrader 5.
The script generates images with a length of 1500 bars, allowing you to capture the entire M1 day in a single screenshot, which is useful for post-analysis.
It automatically calculates the image width and adjusts the chart's minimum and maximum values to fit within the screenshot boundaries.
To use the script:
- Set the left border of the image.
- Run the script.
Screenshots are saved in the ../mql5/files/ folder.
Wide Screenshots Thumbnails:
Click on a thumbnail to view the full-sized screenshot.
You may also like: currency strenght meter - mt5 - excellent alternative for script users on MetaTrader 5.
Source Code
#property copyright "robotfx"
#property link "https://robotfx.org"
#property description "this code is educational. feel free to use, modify and upgrade as you wish. visit robotfx.org for professional trading tools"
#property version "1.00"
double high[],low[];
int bars=1500,kf=1; // 1500
void onstart()
{
if(_digits==5 || _digits==3) {kf=10;} else {kf=1;}
int first_bar=(int)chartgetinteger(0,chart_first_visible_bar);.......
⚠ 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.