Every trader has faced a situation where a trade needs to be shown to colleagues urgently, but instead of a clear image, an unreadable screenshot comes out. Losing the chart's context leads to arguments about entry points and wasted time.
In this article, we'll break down how to use the built-in MQL5 Charts service to generate links without third-party programs. You'll learn how to capture the market and share the data on forums in just a couple of clicks.
The process begins in the MetaTrader 5 trading terminal via the context menu. Right-click on the chart area and select the save option.
In this article, we'll break down how to use the built-in MQL5 Charts service to generate links without third-party programs. You'll learn how to capture the market and share the data on forums in just a couple of clicks.
Preparation and Publishing in One Click
The process begins in the MetaTrader 5 trading terminal via the context menu. Right-click on the chart area and select the save option.
- Open the context menu with a right-click on the chart.
- Select "Save as Picture."
- In the save window, check the publish box.
- Click "OK" to upload it to the cloud.
ℹ INFO
Direct integration with cloud storage saves up to five minutes of working time when analyzing complex patterns during high volatility.
When analyzing the EUR/USD currency pair at a price of 1.0850, a trader opens a short position of 1 lot. After the quote drops 45 pips to the 1.0805 level, there's a need to lock in a profit of 450 USD. Instantly publishing the material lets colleagues assess the bounce off the resistance level.Managing Links and Account Nuances
To keep control over your materials, it's important to understand the difference between the upload types. Anonymous publishing generates a one-time address that cannot be edited.
⚠ IMPORTANT
Using anonymous mode means you lose the ability to delete an outdated screenshot if it contains confidential information about the account balance.
Linking the terminal to an MQL5 account moves the images into a personal profile. Consider this scenario: a trader opens a trade on GBP/USD with a volume of 2 lots at a price of 1.2720 and a stop-loss 30 pips above. If the scenario changes, a linked account allows the snapshot to be deleted from the gallery and replaced with an up-to-date loss calculation of 600 USD.Understanding this concept underscores the importance of detailing a trading decision. Precise capture of the channels rules out subjective distortions.
How to Get an MT5 Chart Link for a Forum
After uploading, the terminal generates a page address. To get an MT5 chart link in bbCode format, go to the service's profile section or copy it from the logs.FAQ
1. Why is the publish button inactive?
Check your internet connection and your authorization in the MQL5 community within the terminal settings.
2. How can I take a screenshot in MT5 without sending it to the cloud?
Uncheck the publish box in the save window and save the file locally.
3. Where can I find previously uploaded charts?
Log in at MQL5.com with your credentials and open your profile.