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How Do I Use Shortcuts and Customise MT5?

What Are the Most Useful MT5 Shortcuts?

F9 – Open new order window

F8 – Open chart properties

Ctrl + Y – Show/hide period separators

Ctrl + N – Open Navigator window

Ctrl + T – Open Terminal window

Ctrl + G – Show/hide grid

Ctrl + I – Show/hide indicators list

How Do I Customise MT5 Settings?

Step 1 – Access Options

Go to Tools > Options
The Options window opens with multiple tabs

Step 2 – Customise Each Section

Server Tab:

Keep login credentials current
Set connection timeout preferences

Charts Tab:

Set default chart appearance
Choose colour schemes
Set maximum bars in chart

Objects Tab:

Configure drawing tool defaults
Set object selection preferences

Trade Tab:

Set default order settings
Configure confirmation dialogs

Step 3 – Apply Changes

Click OK to save all changes
Restart MT5 if prompted

Important: Changes apply to all future charts and orders.

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