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MetaTrader 5

MetaTrader 5

MetaTrader 5

This guide will walk you through setting up the PineConnector Expert Advisor (EA) on your MetaTrader 5 platform. For a visual walkthrough, you can watch our video tutorial:

Alternatively, please follow the step-by-step instructions below.

1. Download PineConnector EA

  • Navigate to your PineConnector Portal.
  • In your Downloads tab, under "MT5 EA," click Download.
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2. Access the Experts Folder

The "Experts" folder is where MetaTrader 5 stores Expert Advisors (automated trading programs).

  • In the upper-left corner of your MetaTrader 5 platform, click File → Open Data Folder.
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  • In the Data Folder that opens, click into the MQL5 folder.
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  • Inside the MQL5 folder, click into the Experts folder.
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3. Add PineConnector Files to the Experts Folder

  • In your Experts folder, extract the contents of the .zip file you downloaded in Step 1.
  • Ensure the following two files are placed directly into the Experts folder (not in a sub-folder):
    • PineConnector-MT5-DLL
    • PineConnector-MT5-EA
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4. Allow Algorithmic Trading and DLL Imports in MetaTrader 5

  • At the top of your MetaTrader 5 platform, click Tools → Options.
  • Go to the Expert Advisors tab.
  • Tick Allow Algorithmic Trading and Allow DLL imports.
  • Click OK.
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WebRequest URLs are not required for PineConnector.
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5. Enable Algo Trading

  • In the MetaTrader 5 toolbar (at the top of the terminal), locate the Algo Trading button.
  • If the button is red, click it to enable algorithmic trading. The button should turn green, indicating it's active.
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6. Attach PineConnector EA to a Chart

  • Open the Navigator panel in MetaTrader 5 by pressing Ctrl+N (or by clicking View → Navigator).
  • In the Navigator panel, right-click on Expert Advisors.
  • Click Refresh.
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  • Find PineConnector MT5 EA in the list, right-click on it, and select Attach to Chart. Choose any chart.
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Do I need to attach the PineConnector EA to every chart if I want to trade multiple symbols? Good news! No, you don't need to. You only need to run one instance of the EA, no matter which chart or time frame you're focusing on. Once you attach the PineConnector EA to your MetaTrader account, you're all set to access our server. And with just that single EA, you can trade all the symbols on your Symbol List!

7. Configure EA Settings

A properties window for the EA will appear.

  • Under the Common tab, ensure Allow Algo Trading is ticked.
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  • Under the Dependencies tab, ensure Allow DLL imports is ticked.
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8. Input Your License ID

  • Access Connections in the PineConnector Portal and copy your License ID.
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  • Open the Inputs tab in the EA properties window.
  • Paste your License ID into the corresponding field in the EA’s Inputs tab.
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  • Click OK. The EA will now attempt to connect.
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Can I use my PineConnector license on different trading accounts? Yes, absolutely! PineConnector provides Auto-Roaming Licenses. This means you're free to connect to any trading account you choose – whether it's MT4 or MT5, and a Demo or Live or even a Prop account!

9. Verify License Details in Portal

Once connected, navigate to Connections in the PineConnector Portal to check your updated license details and connection status.

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If you click on the Trading Account card, you will be able to see more account details.

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Custom Names We recommend setting a custom name for each connection.

It makes it easier to tell your accounts apart, especially if you manage multiple accounts or strategies. It’s also helpful when you need to know which account to disconnect, review in logs, or audit activity.

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To do this, open the account details, click the edit icon, enter your preferred label.

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All done with the MT5 setup!

Next, let’s try sending a few test alerts to confirm your setup is running smoothly.

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  • MetaTrader 5
  • 1. Download PineConnector EA
  • 2. Access the Experts Folder
  • 3. Add PineConnector Files to the Experts Folder
  • 4. Allow Algorithmic Trading and DLL Imports in MetaTrader 5
  • 5. Enable Algo Trading
  • 6. Attach PineConnector EA to a Chart
  • 7. Configure EA Settings
  • 8. Input Your License ID
  • 9. Verify License Details in Portal