File extension .EX4
| Full Name | Developer | Category |
|---|---|---|
| MetaTrader Program Format | MetaQuotes | Executable Files |
The EX4 file extension is a MetaTrader Program File created by MetaQuotes Software Corp.. This file format is used to store an executable file in the MetaTrader platform, which provides its users with a wide range of tools and information for financial markets. It allows users to write, test, and optimize trading strategies, view and analyze market data, as well as being able to trade online using their accounts. With MetaTrader, trading strategies can be written using the built-in programming language called MetaQuotes Language 4 (MQL4) and placed within the EX4 files for easy loading into the platform. These files can contain a large number of parameters and are also commonly used to store an Expert Advisors (EAs) which are employed to help traders make decisions through the automation of trading strategies and analysis.
EX4 File Details
EX4 files contain code that is compiled from the MQL4 programming language code within various source files (mq4). After compilation, these source files are then stored in the EX4 format for loading and execution with the MetaTrader platform. The size of the compiled EX4 file is typically much smaller than that of its related mq4 source file. Additionally, EX4 files are not encrypted and can be accessed and modified with third party software which makes them more vulnerable to malicious code modification. Similar files include EPF, MQ4, MQH, and EX5.
Programs for WINDOWS system
After installing the required software, the operating system will usually automatically associate an unknown file type (in this case .EX4) with the new application. If this does not happen, we can help the system a bit by selecting the software for it, which it should always use to open files with the .EX4 extension.
When choosing the software we can select the system to use this software every time.
Remember!
Using it for the first time it is good to check whether the .EX4 file opened in the application can be read by us and opens in a way that allows us to use it. If everything is in order, select this option the next time you open a file with the .EX4 extension. However, if the file has not opened correctly, we have to look for a different software, with which we can open files with the .EX4 extension. Select a different software from our list and install it on your computer. After the software is installed, repeat inspection openings of a .EX4 file. Sometimes you have to repeat the operation several times.
Other instructions
If none of the programs listed by us to work with the .EX4 file has not meet your expectations, you can try searching other websites. But remember to avoid downloading programs "that can open any file". These applications not only have very limited functionality, but may also expose you to expense tens of dollars when purchasing a license.
In the vast majority of cases you will find the program dedicated to support the .EX4 file, or any other file format. In addition, there is a chance that it will be a free program, and its functionality (concerning the .EX4 file) will be extended to the maximum.
It is also good to check
- if the .EX4 file has no errors
- or if it has been copied (or downloaded by the browser) thoroughly
Author’s guidelines
Mr B. Adam
Author of the guidelines / Founder of FileExtension.info
New technologies enthusiast, helping to solve problems with the files.
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