Command Console for MetaTrader 5

Managing your MetaTrader 5 trading platform can sometimes feel cumbersome when you need to perform multiple actions quickly. Our MT5 Console tool provides a powerful command-line interface that lets you control nearly every aspect of MT5 using simple text commands — from executing trades to managing charts and indicators.

What is MT5 Console?

The MT5 Console is an experimental command-line interface tool for MetaTrader 5 that provides a terminal-like window where you can type commands to control the platform. Instead of navigating through menus and dialogs, you can simply type commands like buy 0.1 or close all to execute trades instantly.

The console operates as a service that runs in the background, providing a separate window that stays on top of your MT5 platform. You can toggle it by pressing ` on your keyboard. It accepts your typed commands and translates them into platform actions, giving you unprecedented keyboard-based control over MetaTrader 5.

Think of it as a command prompt for your trading platform — if you're comfortable with typing commands, you'll find this tool dramatically speeds up your workflow.

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Commands

MT5 Console offers an extensive set of commands covering trading, chart management, platform control, and more:

Trading commands

• buy [symbol] <lots> [sl=<price>] [tp=<price>]: Open a buy position.
• sell [symbol] <lots> [sl=<price>] [tp=<price>]: Open a sell position.
• abuy / asell: Async versions of buy/sell for faster execution.
• close <symbol> or close all: Close positions.
• aclose all: Async close all positions.
• positions or pos: List all open positions.
• orders: List pending orders.
• history [period]: Show trade history.
• balance or bal: Show account balance and equity.
• panic: Remove all EAs, close all positions, delete all pending orders.

Chart commands

• info: Show information about the current chart.
• chart <symbol> [timeframe]: Open a new chart.
• tf <timeframe>: Change current chart timeframe (e.g., tf h1).
• left / right (or l / r): Switch between open charts.
• line <price> [color]: Add horizontal line (supports word colors like red and hex colors like 0xFF8800).
• template <name>: Apply a chart template.
• scroll: Toggle chart auto-scroll.
• shift: Toggle chart shift.

Indicator and EA commands

• add <indicator>: Add an indicator via MQL5 code (doesn't require confirmation).
• attach <indicator>: Attach an indicator to current chart (supports both standard and custom indicators).
• run <script>: Run a script.
• load <name>: Attach an expert advisor.
• unload: Remove EA from chart.
• remove <indicator>: Remove indicator from chart.
• list: List indicators, scripts, and EAs in your MQL5 folder.
• install <URL>: Install an indicator, expert advisor, or script from a URL (www.earnforex.com or some other).

Alert commands

• alerts: List all configured MT5 alerts.
• alerts-add <symbol> <condition> <value>: Add a new alert (e.g., alerts-add eurusd bid< 1.05).
• alerts-enable <n> / alerts-disable <n>: Enable/disable alert by number.
• alerts-del <n>: Delete an alert.

Platform commands

• auto or algo: Toggle autotrading on/off.
• darkmode / lightmode / systemmode: Change MT5 color scheme.
• shutdown [delay]: Close MetaTrader 5.

Information commands

• spec [symbol]: Show symbol specification.
• swaps [symbol]: Show swap rates.
• account or acc: Show account details.
• server: Show MT5 server details.
• margin: Margin information.

Utility commands

• help or ?: Show available commands.
• clear or cls: Clear console screen.
• undo: Undo last action (where supported).
• exit: Close console window (reopen with `).

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Why use MT5 Console?

The MT5 Console tool is designed for traders who prefer using fast keyboard commands over slow point-and-clicking with a mouse. Here are some scenarios where the MT5 Console can be advantageous:

• Fast trade execution: Type buy 0.1 instead of clicking through the order dialog.
• Quick chart management: Switch timeframes with tf m15 or navigate charts with left/right.
• Emergency situations: The panic command quickly removes all expert advisors from all charts and closes all positions/orders.
• Repetitive tasks: Commands are faster than navigating menus, especially for frequent operations.
• Command history: Use arrow keys to recall and repeat previous commands, even after restarting the platform.
• Download & install: the install command will handle downloading, installation, and compilation of any MT5 indicator, EA, or script from a given link.
• Keyboard-centric workflow: Keep your hands on the keyboard instead of switching to the mouse.

If you prefer graphical interfaces and rarely need to perform rapid actions, MT5 Console might not be necessary. But for active traders, scalpers, or anyone who appreciates command-line efficiency, this tool can significantly improve the way you interact with MetaTrader 5.

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Console interface

The MT5 Console appears as a separate window with a black background and green text, reminiscent of classic terminal interfaces. Key features of the interface include:

• Command prompt: Shows MT5> where you type commands.
• Command history: Use Up/Down arrow keys to navigate through previous commands.
• Scroll: Use Page Up and Page Down keys to scroll the console window up and down.
• Always on top: The console stays visible above other windows for quick access.
• Toggle visibility: Press ` (backtick) to show/hide the console.
• No need to type complete commands: The console will detect the command by its first characters.

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