Charting

How do I change time frames on my chart?
This depends on whether you are using XENITH or MetaStock.

In MetaStock:
There are 2 ways to change the interval. 
Before you open the chart, you can change the interval in the Chart Console tab of the Power Console on the right, above the Apply Template option.
Once you open the chart, you use the interval option on the Chart Toolbar at the bottom right corner of the chart. It will appear as a letter or a letter and a number (e.g., D (Daily), W (Weekly), 1M (1 Minute). 

In XENITH:
The interval selection is located in the Center at the top of the chart in the Chart.

Why Won’t the Price Bar Colors Change?
If you're unable to change the colors of the price bars, it’s likely because an Expert Advisor is attached to the chart. When an Expert Advisor is active, any highlights it applies will override your custom color settings for the price bars.

What Price Styles does MetaStock provide?
Bars
Candlesticks
Candlevolume
Equivolume
Heikin-Ashi
Line (with 6 line variations available)
Point and Figure
Renko
Kagi
3 Line Break
Range Bars
Range Candles

How can I change multiple charts at once?
Note: To change multiple charts to the same instrument you need to be working in a Layout or Layout Template
Go to Tools - Options
Go to the Chart Options Tab
At the bottom click on the Use Chart As Template option
Check the option to change all charts in layout
Click on OK

When you use the Layout or Layout template you can then change the instrument of all charts in the layout group.

I am getting a message 'Maximum number of charts to open exceeded. Please close charts or reduce the number of charts to open.' what does this mean?
The message occurs anytime the total number of charts to open + open charts exceeds 100. To resolve this go to the top of the instruments list in the Chart tab of Power Console and uncheck where it shows Instruments ### of #### so that it shows Instruments 0 of ####. 

If you have any charts open, you can go to File - Close All to close the charts.

Select from your lists the instruments you wish to open, ensuring you are under the total maximum of 100 charts. You will then be able to open your charts.

How do I modify the MACD?
To plot a MACD that is not using the default 12/26 calculation, you will want to use the Price Oscillator Indicator and a Moving Average for the signal line.

 Why Do My Indicators Look Different on a Point & Figure Chart?
Point & Figure charts display one value per column, regardless of how many data points that column represents. Because of this, indicators on these charts are calculated using the average of all data points within each column. The chart then plots this averaged value, which can make the indicators appear different from those on time-based charts.

I can not see an indicator, line study, or annotation on my chart. How do I delete it?
Place the mouse in an area of the chart with no indicators or annotations.
Press tab
The tab key will cycle through all objects (Price, Indicator, Line Studies, Annotations) as you continue to press it.
At the bottom left of the program there is a tooltip that shows what is selected. If your mouse is over an object the object takes presidence which is why you want your mouse in an area of the chart that is empty.
Press delete on your keyboard to delete the object.
Select Yes to confirm if prompted.

 How do I retain the template as I scroll through my charts?
Tools – options – Chart Options tab.
Under the Change Instrument section, check the option to “Use chart as template” and select OK.
From the Power Console - Charts.
Open the instrument with the desired template.
When cycling through instruments using Next Security or Choose Security the template will be retained.

 How Can I Scroll Forward or Backward One Bar at a Time?
Hold down the Ctrl key.
While holding Ctrl, press the left or right arrow key on your keyboard.
This will move the chart exactly one bar at a time in the chosen direction.

 Why is volume missing for index symbols?
Daily Charts like most data providers, does not provide volume data for indices, you will not receive volume when data is collected on index symbols such as the NASDAQ Composite, S&P 500, and Dow Jones. Since an index is not traded the way a stock is, there is no volume to report.

How to view Pre and Post Market Data in a chart?
Starting with version 17 of MetaStock RT, we now can pre and post market trades in MetaStock charts. To view this data, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v17 --> Current
Open the Power Console (Click the P button in the Standard Toolbar, press Ctrl+W on your keyboard, or File menu then Power Console)
Select the Chart tab
Enter or Select a ticker
Set the Interval to an intraday value (1 Minute, 5 Minute, etc.)
Click Open Chart or press Enter
Double click or right click in an empty area of the chart
Select Chart Window Properties
Select the Trade Sessions tab
Select the option at the bottom to Include pre and post market trades
Click OK

 How to use Fibonacci Line Studies with a log scale?
MetaStock version 18 introduced ability to add plot the Fibonacci Retracement, Projection, and Fan on a logarithmic scale. To plot the Fibonacci studies on a log scale, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current
Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select an instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select a local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
From the Line Studies Toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select the Fibonacci Retracement.
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point, and click again.
Double-click, or right-click and select Properties, on the Fibonacci line study
Select the Parameters tab
Select Calculate levels using percentage change on logarithmic scale
Click OK

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select an instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select a local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Insert menu
Select the Fibonacci Retracement
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point, and click again.
Double-click, or right-click and select Properties, on the Fibonacci line study
Select the Parameters tab
Select Calculate levels using percentage change on logarithmic scale
Click OK

How to show performance info on a trendline?
MetaStock version 18 introduced new charts and many accompanying features, including the ability to see performance information on the trendline. To add this info on the trendline, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
From the Trendline toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select the Trendline.
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the trendline.
Select the Show Label: option.
Select either % change or point change.
If desired, you can select Show Number of Bars to see the amount of data the performance info is calculated on.
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Insert menu
Select Trendline
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the trendline.
Select the Show Label: option.
Select either % change or point change.
If desired, you can select Show Number of Bars to see the amount of data the performance info is calculated on.
Click OK.

How to save my changes to text properties as the default setting?
MetaStock version 18 introduced the ability to add and save custom settings to individual indicators, lines studies, and text. To save a setting as the default, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Plot the desired text annotations on your chart (for example, from the Line Studies toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select the abc button).
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, if already plotted.
Make the desired changes (change the font, color, fill, etc.).
To save these values as the default, click the Defaults button.
Select Save current page as default.
Click OK.

 How to save my changes to an indicator as the default setting?
MetaStock version 18 introduced the ability to add and save custom settings to individual indicators, lines studies, and text. To save a setting as the default, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Plot the desired indicator (for example, from the Indicator QuickList on the top of MetaStock, select Bollinger Bands).
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, if already plotted.
Make the desired changes (change the values, color or transparency, etc.).
To save these values as the default, click the Defaults button.
Select Save current page as default.
Click OK.

How to save my changes to a line study as the default setting?
MetaStock version 18 introduced ability to add and save custom settings to individual indicators, lines studies and text. To save a setting as the default, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Plot the desired line study (for example, from the Line Studies Toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select the Fibonacci Retracement).
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, and make the desired changes (change color, add a line, etc.).
To save these values, click the Defaults button.
Select Save current page as default.
Click OK.

 How to quickly close all open charts?
We have had this ability in previous versions, but in MetaStock version 17 we added the option to say Yes to all or No to all when closing.
MetaStock v17 --> Current

Open MetaStock and open some charts.
Open the File menu
Select Close all
If there are any open charts that need saving, you will be prompted with a dialog asking if you want to save. To save the individual chart, click Yes. To save all charts, click Yes to all. To close the charts without saving, click No to all.

How to draw a Line Study on a chart?
MetaStock version 18 introduced new charts. The way we draw line studies now has changed for the better. You now simply click at the start and end points (or 3 clicks for the ones requiring it). You no longer need to hold down the mouse button while drawing. To draw a line study in a chart, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
From the Trendline/Line Studies Toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select a line study (e.g. Trendline or Fibonacci Retracement).
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Insert menu
Select a line study (e.g. Trendline or Fibonacci Retracement)
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.

How to custom levels to a Fibonacci Line Study on a chart?
MetaStock version 18 introduced the ability to add and save custom percentage values to Fibonacci Retracement and Projection line studies. The way we draw line studies now has changed, as well. You now simply click at the start and end points (or 3 clicks for the Projection). You no longer need to hold down the mouse button while drawing. To add the custom percentage value, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
From the Line Studies Toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select the Fibonacci Retracement.
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the Fibonacci line study
Select the Color/Style tab
Enter the desired Percentage value
Click Add
To save these values, click the Defaults button
Select Save current page as default
Click OK

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Insert menu
Select the Fibonacci Retracement
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the Fibonacci line study
Select the Color/Style tab
Enter the desired Percentage value
Click Add
To save these values, click the Defaults button
Select Save current page as default
Click OK

How to delete Smart Charts?
After saving a new Default Template, it may be necessary to delete your existing Smart Charts. Starting in MetaStock 17, we made this much easier.
MetaStock v17--> Current

Open MetaStock (make sure all Smart Charts are closed)
Open the File menu
Select Delete Smart Charts

 How to change from the old style of indicators to the new style?
MetaStock version 18 introduced new charts and with them, the ability to plot in new styles. You can now display certain indicators as filled bands, for example, Bollinger Bands. If you have charts from a previous version of MetaStock, we will convert these to the new chart format, leaving the properties as they were to keep them as close as possible to the way you are used to seeing them. To change the indicators from the old style to the new style, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on Bollinger Bands.
Make the desired changes (change the values, color or transparency, etc.).
To set the changes to the new color and style, click the Defaults button.
Select Restore defaults for this page.
Click OK.

 How to adjust the Y Axis margin in a chart?
With the addition of new charts in MetaStock version 18, many new features are included. We now have the ability to adjust the margin at the top and bottom of an inner Window. In the past, we always left a 10% margin above and below the values in the chart. Now, this can be customized. If you wish the change to be applied to all Smart Charts opened in the future, save as the Default Template by right-clicking in an empty area of the chart and select Save as Default Template. After saving a new Default Template, it may be necessary to delete your existing Smart Charts. To adjust the Y-Axis margin, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Click and hold the mouse button, near the bottom of the Y-Axis and drag up or down slightly, until the lowest price visible is where you want the margin set.
Click and hold the mouse button, near the top of the Y-Axis and drag up or down slightly, until the highest price visible is where you want the margin set.
If you wish this to be applied to all Smart Charts opened in the future, save this as the Default Template by right-clicking in an empty area of the chart and selecting Save as Default Template.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Right click in the Y Axis where the prices are displayed.
Select Y-Axis Properties.
You can enter a value or use the arrows to adjust the Upper and Lower values under Margins.
Select Apply to see the changes before closing and/or OK to close the Y-Axis properties.

 How to adjust the time zone in a chart?
With the addition of new charts in MetaStock version 18, many new features are included. We have a better way to adjust the time zone in a chart. There is a new setting in Chart Options that works better in most cases. Changing this setting in the Trading Sessions tab is declaring the time zone that the trade sessions are defined in. We would not recommend changing it in most cases, because it will use the daylight savings for the time zone that is set and that may cause unintended side effects on how the data is filtered and displayed. Also, it causes custom sessions to be defined so we will no longer get updates from the data provider. The time zone on the chart options page controls the time zone that the chart data is displayed in only and will not have other unintended side effects. To adjust this setting, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu.
Select Chart Window.
From the Chart Options tab, change the Time Zone field to the desired time zone.
Click OK.
If you have already adjusted this setting in the Trading Sessions tab, it should be changed from the Trading Sessions to the Chart options tabs. To fix the setting, follow the steps below:

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu.
Select Chart Window.
Select the Trading Sessions tab.
Click the Defaults button at the bottom.
Select Restore defaults for this page.
Select Chart Window.
From the Chart Options tab, change the Time Zone field to the desired time zone.
Click OK.

 How to add custom text to a trendline?
MetaStock version 18 introduced new charts and many accompanying features, including the ability to add custom text on the trendline. To add this info on the trendline, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
From the Trendline toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select the Trendline.
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the trendline.
Check Show Label
Select the Custom Label option.
Enter the desired text in the field to the right.
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Insert menu
Select Trendline
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the trendline.
Check Show Label
Select the Custom Label option.
Enter the desired text in the field to the right.
Click OK.

 How to add arrows to a trendline?
MetaStock version 18 introduced new charts and many accompanying features, including the ability to add arrows on the trendline. To add arrows on the trendline, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
From the Trendline toolbar on the left side of MetaStock, select the Trendline.
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the trendline.
Select the Right Arrow option.
Select the Left Arrow option, if desired.
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Insert menu
Select Trendline
Click at the desired start point, move the mouse to the desired end point and click again.
Double click, or right-click and select Properties, on the trendline.
Select the Right Arrow option.
Select the Left Arrow option, if desired.
Click OK.

 How do I turn on Y-Axis Grid Lines in a chart?
We added the ability to toggle on/off both major and/or minor grid lines, so the Y Axis Properties changed slightly in version 18. There are many ways to change this setting. To add grid lines to a chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu.
Select Right Y-Axis.
Select the Grid tab.
Click on Show major grid lines.
Click on Show minor grid lines.
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select Y-Axis Properties, on the values on the right side of the chart.
Select the Grid tab.
Click on Show major grid lines.
Click on S how minor grid lines.
Click OK.

How do I turn on Y Axis Grid Bands in a chart?
Axis Grid Bands are new to MetaStock version 18. These will display bands across the X and/or Y Axis between the major levels on your chart. There are many ways to change this setting. To add bands to a chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu
Select Right Y-Axis (or Left Y-axis if used)
Select the Grid tab
Click on Show grid bands
Click OK

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select Y-Axis Properties, on the values on the right side of the chart
Select the Grid tab
Click on Show grid bands
Click OK

 How do I turn on X-Axis Grid Lines in a chart?
Axis Properties changed slightly in version 18. There are many ways to change this setting. To add grid lines to a chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu
Select X-Axis
Select the Grid tab
Click on Show grid lines
Click OK

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select X-Axis Properties, on the dates at the bottom of the chart
Select the Grid tab
Click on Show grid lines
Click OK

How do I turn on X-Axis Grid Bands in a chart?
Axis Grid Bands are new to MetaStock version 18. These will display bands across the X and/or Y-Axis between the major levels on your chart. There are many ways to change this setting. To add bands to a chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu
Select X-Axis
Select the Grid tab
Click on Show grid bands
Click OK

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select X-Axis Properties, on the dates at the bottom of the chart
Select the Grid tab
Click on Show grid bands
Click OK

 How do I turn on Indicator Last Value Labels in a chart?
We added the ability to view the last value of an indicator on the Y Axis. There are many ways to change this setting. To view the last value of an indicator on a chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu.
Select Right Y-Axis.
Select the Scale tab.
Click on Show Indicator Last Value Label(s).
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select Y-Axis Properties, on the values on the right side of the chart.
Select the Scale tab.
Click on Show Indicator Last Value Label(s).
Click OK.

 How do I truncate the price labels in a chart?
We added the ability to change how the values are labeled on the Y-axis. For example, you can change the volume display from 1,500,000 to 1.5M. To change this setting in your chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu.
Select Right Y-Axis.
Select the Scale tab.
Check the Truncate Price Labels option.
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select Y-Axis Properties, on the values on the right side of the chart.
Select the Scale tab.
Check the Truncate Price Labels option.
Click OK.

How do I show the values of the instrument in the title bar of the chart?
​​​​​​​ MetaStock 11 --> Current

Open the Chart.
Right click onto the background of the chart.
Select Inner Window - Properties.
Select Show value in title bar.
Select OK.
Within this dialog the inner window can further be customized to Show the title bar or to Use color of plot, and all options in this dialog can be applied to the opened chart by selecting Apply to all inner windows.

 How do I reset the amount of data displayed to the default?
In version 18 we added the ability to easily reset the zoom level of the chart back to the default amount it was opened with. To reset the zoom level, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Right-click on the X-Axis/dates at the bottom of the chart.
Select Reset Displayed Data.

 How do I plot an indicator onto a MetaStock chart?
​​​​​​​ MetaStock v16 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Select the desired instrument, or multiple instruments, from a custom online list or a public online list from the Instruments pane (bottom, left). Check the box next to the list name to select an entire list, or double-click to open a list and check the boxes next the desired instruments.
Select the amount of data to load from the right pane.
Select Open chart or press Enter.
There are two way to plot an indicator onto the open chart.
From the Indicator Quicklist drop down menu select the indicator, then drag/drop the indicator into the chart (To drop the indicator into it's own window, drop it onto the title bar of the chart).
From the Insert menu select Indicators, from the Indicators dialog select the indicator (left pane) to insert into the chart, from the right pane select the location in which to display the indicator onto the chart. Select Ok.
If the selected indicator has properties that are to be set, the Properties dialog will display, set the properties, and select Ok to plot the indicator.

MetaStock v11

Open MetaStock.
From the File menu select Open.
Open the chart(s).
If working with online data select the DataLink button, drill into the desired folders, highlight instrument(s) and select open.
If working with local data select the Local Data button, browse to the desired folder, highlight instrument(s) and select open.
There are two way to plot an indicator onto the open chart.
From the Indicator Quicklist drop down menu select the indicator, then drag/drop the indicator into the chart (To drop the indicator into it's own window, drop it onto the title bar of the chart).
From the Insert menu select Indicators, from the Indicators dialog select the indicator (left pane) to insert into the chart, from the right pane select the location in which to display the indicator onto the chart. Select Ok.
If the selected indicator has properties that are to be set, the Properties dialog will display, set the properties, and select Ok to plot the indicator.

How do I open a layout in MetaStock?
​​​​​​​ MetaStock v11 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the File menu select Open.
From the Open dialog, change the Files of Type to Layouts (*.mwl).
The Open dialog will display the layout files saved within the folder listed in the Look in:. (There can be layouts saved in other folders on the system.)
Highlight the desired layout and select Open.

 How do I display fractions in a chart?
We added the ability to view the data in the chart in fractions. To view fractions in your chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu.
Select Right Y-Axis.
Select the Scale tab.
Click on the Units: drop-down.
Select the desired fraction to display
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select Y-Axis Properties, on the values on the right side of the chart.
Select the Scale tab.
Click on the Units: drop-down.
Select the desired fraction to display
Click OK.

  How do I cycle through open charts using the same template?
The "use chart as template" options allows MetaStock users to apply the template of the current chart to other charts they wish to quickly cycle through. The "use chart as template" option is not enabled by default and must be turned on in order to take advantage of this feature in MetaStock, below details how to enable this option in MetaStock.

MetaStock 16 --> Current

From the Tools menu select Options - Chart Options - select to Use chart as template (If using a layout, and want all charts in the layout to change when cycling through a list of instruments, leave Change All charts in layout checked. We recommend leaving Keep line studies unchecked, since line studies are specific to the instruments for which they are drawn.)
Select OK.
From the Power Console select Charts.
Select the desired instrument, or multiple instruments, from a custom online list or a public online list from the Instruments pane (bottom, left). Check the box next to the list name to select an entire list, or double-click to open a list and check the boxes next the desired instruments.
From the Attachment section select to Apply Template, using the drop down menu select the desired template.
Select Open Chart.
This will apply the select template to the instruments.
Using Next/Previous Security (arrows at the bottom right hand corner of the chart) or Choose Security you can quickly cycle through instruments, and the applied template will be retained.

MetaStock 11

From the Tools menu select Options - Chart Options - select to Use chart as template (If using a layout, and want all charts in the layout to change when cycling through a list of instruments, leave Change All charts in layout checked. We recommend leaving Keep line studies unchecked, since line studies are specific to the instruments for which they are drawn.)
Select OK.
Select File - Open.
If working online data select DataLink button, if working with local data select Local Data.
From the top right hand corner select Options - Open With Template.
Select the desired instrument to be opened, and select Open.
This will apply the select template to the instruments.
Using Next/Previous Security (arrows at the bottom right hand corner of the chart) or Choose Security you can quickly cycle through instruments, and the applied template will be retained.

 How do I create/apply a template in MetaStock?

A template contains all the information in a chart or layout excluding the base instrument. A template is applied to an instrument (either to an existing open chart or when opening a chart) at which time a new chart or layout is created based on the template's information. Each template is saved as a file with a *.mwt extension.

If the information from a template came from a single chart, then a chart is created when the template is applied. If the information came from a layout, then a multi-chart layout is created.

MetaStock v16 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Select the instrument(s) that the template will be applied to, this can be done any of the following ways:
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
From the right pane in the Attachment section, select the Apply Template option.
Using the drop down select the desired template.
Select Open Chart... or press Enter.
This will open a chart of the instrument(s) with the desired template applied.

MetaStock v11

Open MetaStock.
Select File --> Open.
Select the drop down arrow on the Open button and select Open with Template (Or select the drop down arrow on the Options button and select Open with Template).
The Open with Template dialog will be displayed.
Select the desired template and select Open.
Select the instrument(s) to be opened with the selected template.
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ If working with online data select the DataLink button and drill into the desired folders to select instrument(s).
If working with local data select the Local Data button and drill into the desired folders to select instrument(s).
​​​​​​​ Select Open.
This will open the chart of the instrument(s) with the desired templates applied.
Applying a template from an open chart:

MetaStock v11 --> current

Once a chart is open in MetaStock.
Right click onto the back ground of the open chart.
Select Apply Template.
From the Apply Template dialog, select the desired template and select Apply.
This will open a second instance of the chart with the desired template applied.

 How do I create a multi-chart template in MetaStock?
In version 18 you must first save a layout before saving the multi-chart template, which is a slight change from previous versions.

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open all of the charts to be included in the layout.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
From the File menu select New --> Layout.
From the Layout dialog select Add or Add All.
Then select Ok.
In the Save As dialog, Enter a File name.
Select Save.
From the File menu select Save as.
Change the Save as type to Template (*.mwt)
Enter a File name.
Select Save.

 How do I create a layout in MetaStock?
A layout is a graphical representation of one or multiple instruments in one or multiple windows (charts). A layouts can contains price plots, line studies, text, or indicators etc. Layouts have a *.mwl file extension. With a layout, you can group charts of the same or different instruments into one manageable unit. For example, perhaps you'd like to see charts of all of your computer stocks on the screen ¾ not just today, but every day. You could load them all, display them as you'd like, and then save them in a layout for later use using an *.mwl extension. Below provides instructions on how to create a layout.

MetaStock v19.0 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
In the top right-hand corner of Metastock select the '+'.
A new window will open, in this new layout window, open the Power Console.
Open all of the charts to be included in the layout.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
From the File menu select Save as.
Give it a File name:
Select Save.
OR

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open all of the charts to be included in the layout.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
Select File, then select Save as.
All open charts in the main window will be added into the layout.
Give it a File name:
Select Save.

MetaStock v16 --> 17.5
Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open all of the charts to be included in the layout.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
From the File menu select New - Layout.
From the Layout dialog select Add or Add All.
Then select Ok.
Select File - Save As,confirm the Save as type is set to Layout(*.mwl).
Give it a File name:
Select Save.

MetaStock v11.0

Open MetaStock.
From the File menu select Open (or select the open folder icon from the toolbar).
From the Open dialog open all of the charts to be included in the layout.
If working with online data select the DataLink button and drill into the desired folders to select instrument(s).
If working with local data select the Local Data button and drill into the desired folders to select instrument(s).
Select Open.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
From the File menu select New - Layout.
From the Layout dialog select Add or Add All.
Then select Ok./li>
Select File - Save As, confirm the Save as type is set to Layout(*.mwl).
Give it a File name:
Select Save.

 How do I change the X-Axis Margin in a chart?
The margin is the empty area at the end of the data. You can adjust the size of this empty area. To change the margin setting, follow the steps below:
MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu
Select X-Axis
Select the Scale tab
Adjust the number in the Right margin field
Click OK

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select X-Axis Properties, on the dates at the bottom of the chart
Select the Scale tab
Adjust the number in the Right margin field
Click OK

 How do I change the amount of decimals displayed in a chart?
We added the ability to change the amount of significant digits displayed in the chart in fractions. To change this setting in your chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Open the Format menu.
Select Right Y-Axis.
Select the Scale tab.
Click on the Units: drop-down.
Select the desired number of decimals to display
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click, or right-click and select Y-Axis Properties, on the values on the right side of the chart.
Select the Scale tab.
Click on the Units: drop-down.
Select the desired number of decimals to display
Click OK.

 How do I apply a theme to the chart in MetaStock?
Chart Themes were introduced in version 18 of MetaStock. These now control the colors and styles of your chart. There are two ways to change the chart theme. To change the theme on a chart, follow the steps below:

MetaStock v18 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Click the Chart Theme button in the lower, right corner of the chart
Click on the desired Theme

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the desired chart.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top.
Select instrument using Custom Online Data Lists or Public Online Data Lists.
Select local data instrument using Local Data Lists.
Double click or right-click in an empty area of the chart
Click Chart Window Properties.
From the Chart Options tab, click the Theme: drop-down
Click on the desired Theme

 How can I easily switch between all open charts in MetaStock?
Starting in MetaStock 19, we enhanced the Ctrl+Tab functionality to make it easier to find the desired chart. You can change to the desired chart by following the steps below;

MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open multiple charts.
On your keyboard Press and hold Ctrl+Tab to see the available charts.
While holding down the Ctrl key, press Tab until the desired chart is selected, then let go.

 How do I create a multi-chart template in MetaStock?
A multi-chart template (or Layout Template v19) is a way to save multiple chart styles or configurations for one instrument, which you can then easily apply to other instruments without having to set up the configuration of all of the charts again. For example say that every time you open an instrument like IBM you want 3 charts to open, one being a Daily chart with an MACD, one being a Weekly chart with Bollinger Bands, and one being a monthly chart with a RSI. Once a multi-chart template (or Layout Template v19) is created, it can be used over and over on other imstruments. Note: a multi-chart template (or Layout Template v19) cannot be saved as the default template.

MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
In the top right-hand corner of Metastock select the '+'.
A new window will open, in this new layout window, open the Power Console.
Open all of the charts to be included in the layout template.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
From the File menu select Save as.
Change the file type drop down menu from Layout (*.mwl) to Layout Template (*mwt).
Give it a File name:
Select Save.

Or

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open all of the charts to be included in the layout.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
From the File menu select Save as.
Change the file type drop down menu from Layout (*.mwl) to Layout Template (*mwt).
Give it a File name:
Select Save.

MetaStock v18

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Customize charts so they are displayed in the desired manner.
From the File menu select New --> Layout.
From the Layout dialog select Add or Add All.
Then select OK.
Give it a File name:.
Select Save.
From the File menu select Save As.
Change the "Save as type" drop down menu from Layout (*.mwl) to Template (*mwt).
Give it a File name:
Select Save.

 How can I drag a chart outside of the MetaStock container?
Starting in MetaStock 19, you can drag charts outside of the MetaStock container. To use this feature, follow the steps below;
MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open a chart.
Right click on the chart title bar.
Select Float.
Drag the chart outside the desired location.

 How can I tab my open charts in MetaStock?
Starting in MetaStock 19, you can tab charts inside of the MetaStock container. To use this feature, follow the steps below;
MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open a chart.
Open the Window menu.
Select Tabbed.
Or click the Tabbed button on the Window toolbar.

 How do I change the X-Axis font in MetaStock?
Starting in MetaStock 19, you to change the font size and style in the axis, that is set by the chart theme, by default. You can change the font by following the steps below;
MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open a chart.
Click the Format menu, select X-Axis (or double-click/right click on the X Axis at the bottom of the chart and select X-Axis Properties).
Select the Style tab.
Uncheck the Use Theme font option.
Select the desired size, style, etc.
Click OK.

 How do I change the Y-Axis font in MetaStock?
Starting in MetaStock 19, you to change the font size and style in the axis, that is set by the chart theme, by default. You can change the font by following the steps below;
MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open a chart.
Click the Format menu, select Right or Left Y-Axis (or double-click/right click on the Y Axis on the side of the chart and select Y-Axis Properties).
Select the Style tab.
Uncheck the Use Theme font option.
Select the desired size, style, etc.
Click OK

 How do I display the Crosshairs across all charts in MetaStock?
Starting in MetaStock 19, you to view the Crosshairs across all open charts. You can change this setting by following the steps below;
MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open the Tools menu.
Select Options.
Select the Chart Options tab.
Check the box next to Extend crosshairs across charts.
Click OK.

How can I step though the chart one bar at a time in MetaStock?
In MetaStock 19, you step through the chart one bar at a time, using our Learn as you plot feature. You can use this feature by following the steps below;
MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open a chart.
Starting from a historical point in the chart (you can drag the scrollbar to the left to see historical data).
Press the Ctrl key and the right arrow on the keyboard to scroll to the right one bar at a time.

How can I change my chart to Range Bars in MetaStock?
Starting in MetaStock 19, you can change the price style to Range Bars. You can change to this price style by following the steps below;

MetaStock v19 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
Open a chart.
Open the Format menu.
Select Prices.
Change the Price style to Range Bar.
Select the desired settings.
Click OK.

Or

Open MetaStock.
Open a chart.
Double-click/Right click on the price plot and select Properties.
Change the Price style to Range Bar.
Select the desired settings.
Click OK.

 How can I open the Monitor app from within MetaStock R/T?
MetaStock can now open a Monitor app directly from the chart.
MetaStock v20 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open a chart.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas)
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
There are two ways you can access the Monitor app.
Right click in an empty area of the chart and from the menu select XENITH --> Monitor.
Click the X button on the chart toolbar, between the scrollbar and the Refresh Data button and select Monitor.

 How can I open the Economic Monitor app from within MetaStock R/T?
MetaStock v20 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open a chart.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas)
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
There are two ways you can access the Economic Monitor app.
Right click in an empty area of the chart and from the menu select XENITH --> Economic Monitor.
Click the X button on the chart toolbar, between the scrollbar and the Refresh Data button and select Economic Monitor.

 How can I open the News app from within MetaStock R/T?
MetaStock can now open a News app directly from the chart.
MetaStock v20 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open a chart.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas)
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
There are two ways you can access the News app.
Right click in an empty area of the chart and from the menu select XENITH --> News.
Click the X button on the chart toolbar, between the scrollbar and the Refresh Data button and select News.

How can I open the Company Overview app from within MetaStock R/T?
MetaStock can now open a Company Overview app directly from the chart.
MetaStock v20 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open a chart.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas)
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
There are two ways you can access the News app.
Right click in an empty area of the chart and from the menu select XENITH --> Company Overview.
Click the X button on the chart toolbar, between the scrollbar and the Refresh Data button and select Company Overview.

 How can I open the Quote History app from within MetaStock R/T?
MetaStock can now open a Quote History app directly from the chart.
MetaStock v20 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open a chart.
Typing in instruments using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas)
Select instruments using custom data lists or public online lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
There are two ways you can access the News app.
Right click in an empty area of the chart and from the menu select XENITH --> Quote History.
Click the X button on the chart toolbar, between the scrollbar and the Refresh Data button and select Quote History.

 How can I view simplified fractions in my chart?
If you want to view the data in your charts with the lowest common denominator, you can turn on the option to Simplify Fractions.
MetaStock v20 --> Current

Open MetaStock.
From the Power Console, select the Charts button.
Open the chart(s) in which you would like to change this option.
Type in the instrument using the Instrument(s) field at the top (Multiple instruments can be separated by commas).
Select instrument using custom data lists or public online data lists.
Select local data instruments using Local Data Lists.
Right click on the Y Axis (the prices on the side of the chart).
Select Y Axis Properties.
Check the Simplify Fractions box.
Click OK.

What time frames can be displayed inside MetaStock?
Other than tick by tick bars, real-time versions of MetaStock can display any intraday time frame in the range of 1 minute to 1439 minutes. For our end-of-day customers, any combination of daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, or yearly bars can be displayed.

 How to write text on a chart:
1. Select Text from the Insert menu or click [abc] on the text toolbar.
2. Position the mouse pointer where you want the text to appear on the chart.
3. Click the mouse to display the text box and cursor.
4. Begin typing. You can press Enter to write multiple lines.
5. Click the mouse outside the text box (or press Ctrl+Enter) to end the writing and anchor the text.

 How can I rename a Layout in MetaStock?
Use the File Explorer and browse to your Documents folder
Double-click on the MetaStock folder
Locate your Layout
Right-click the file
Select Rename
Rename the file keeping the .mwl extension
Press enter and confirm the change

 How can I delete a Layout in MetaStock?
Use the File Explorer and browse to your Documents folder
Double-click on the MetaStock folder
Locate your Layout
Right-click the file
Select Delete
Confirm the deletion

How can I save a chart in MetaStock?
After making all the changes you wish in your chart go to the File Menu
Select Save As
Change the type of file to Chart
Give the file a name
Save