How do I write MT4 scripts that accept user input?

Neil 2012.11.02 15:41

Hello,

Perhaps this question has already been answered, if so, please refer me to the forum post or community article that explains how to do it.

I want to write MT4 scripts that allow me to enter input before the script is executed. Right now I am using EAs to perform this function.

Thanks in advance for any help that can be offered.

Simon Gniadkowski 2012.11.02 15:43 #1

Add the following line at the start of the Script . . .

#property show_inputs

phi nuts 2012.11.02 16:05 #2

RaptorUK:

Add the following line at the start of the Script . . .

Neil 2012.11.02 16:13 #3

Thanks! Such a simple solution, but I couldn't find it in the documentation.

phi nuts 2012.11.02 16:27 #4

scratchman:

Thanks! Such a simple solution, but I couldn't find it in the documentation.

Neil 2012.11.02 17:31 #5

phi.nuts:
https://docs.mql4.com/basis/preprosessor/compilation

Thanks for the reference - I would never have thought to look at the preprocessor commands.