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Step 1: Download and Install MT4

Method One

  • Access the EBC website from your desktop. Go to Trading, under Trading Platforms click on MT4

  • Click the "Download for MacOS" button to start the download process.

 

  • After downloading the file, navigate to the "Downloads" folder and double-click the MetaTrader4.pkg.zip file.
  • After unzipping, you will get the MetaTrader 4.pkg package.
  • Double-click it to start the installation. Follow the instructions and accept the terms and conditions to successfully install MT4 on your Mac.

 

Method Two

  • Open the App Store on your device, search for "MetaTrader 4", and download the application. Make sure you download the official MetaTrader 4 application provided by MetaQuotes Software Corp.

 

 

Step 2: Log in to Your Trading Account

  • Find the MT4 icon in the Applications folder and double-click it to launch the program.
  • In the platform, click "File" in the menu bar and select "Log in to Trading Account"
  • Enter your EBC trading account number and password.
  • Make sure to select the correct server (EBCFinancialGroup KY-Demo or EBCFinancialGroup KY-Live01,EBCFinancialGroup KY-Live02).
  • Click OK. You are now logged into your account.
  • If you have existing trade account, enter your MT4 account and password.
    If not, you may create a new demo/real account.
  • Click OK. You are now logged into your account.

 

Step 3: Get to know the MT4 interface

The MT4 interface is divided into several key areas:

  • Market Watch: On the left side of the screen, you will find the "Market Watch" window. Here, you can see the real-time prices of different trading instruments.

  • Navigator: This section displays your account information and provides access to indicators and scripts.

  • Chart Window: Here you can see the real-time price charts of the selected trading instruments.

  • Terminal: At the bottom, this section shows your trading history, open positions, and account balance.

 

Step 4: Execute Trades

  • Select Trading Instrument: In the "Market Watch" window, right-click on the forex pair or instrument you want to trade and select "Chart Window."

  • A new window will open where you can set the trading parameters: lot size, stop loss and take profit, trade type, etc. When you are ready, click "Buy" or "Sell".

    Remember that trading carries a high risk and you should only trade with money you can afford to lose.

 

Step 5: Monitor Your Trades

  • Open Positions: In the "Terminal" window at the bottom, click on the "Trade" tab. Here you will see all current open positions, including entry price, trade size, and current profit or loss details.

  • Modify or Close Trades: Right-click on an open position and choose "Modify" or "Close Order." In the new window, adjust your stop loss or take profit levels, or close the trade as needed.

 

Step 6: Use Tools and Indicators

  • Add Indicators: To add technical indicators to a chart, click "Insert" in the menu bar, then click "Indicators." Choose the desired indicator and adjust its parameters as needed.

  • Drawing Tools: To use drawing tools such as trend lines or Fibonacci retracements, click "Insert," then click "Lines."

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