Custom indicator not showing on chart after update 1491 - page 2

[Aleksandr Prokopev]

I’m having the same problem after updating to build 1491.

The terminal barely launched today; when I load a template, all the indicators are listed, but some don't appear on the chart.

What's more, even if I manually add an indicator to a clean chart, save it as a new template, and then load that template, the indicator sometimes shows up and sometimes doesn't.

[askingz]

dpnfx #:
if you still have old version 1490 somewhere then copy entire installation folder from : C:\Program Files (x86) to usb then paste it to other pc which is running mt4 1491 version, then look for  terminal.exe in folder and create a shortcut to desktop. It will fix the issue of custom indies disappeared.

It will prompt you to update to build 1491, and you cannot cancel it.

[Pmobley]

I am having the same exact issue on today after MT version 4.00 build 1491 was automatically installed.  Any updates on how to fix this critical issue?

[Pmobley]

askingz:

Hi, I'm using a custom moving average indicator. After updating to build 1491 Metatrader 4, the indicator goes missing from the chart whenever I start MetaTrader. When I reapply the template, it sometimes shows all the indicators I saved, but other times it only shows one . 

1. All indicators are shown on the chart

2. In the indicator list there are 3 moving average , but the chart only show 1

Have you found a fix?

[akrs_mql]

I'm experiencing the same issue.

Since updating to 1491, when I use multiple instances of the same custom indicator on one chart, some of them randomly fail to display after restarting MT4 or loading templates.

Creating a new template does not fix the issue. The missing indicator also seems to change randomly.

This issue did not occur before the recent update. The same indicator setup had been working normally for a long time before.

[gtoz016]

After updating to Build 1491, my old custom indicators stopped working. !!!!!!!!!Hi, I noticed that my old custom indicators no longer work after upgrading to MT4 Build 1491. Is there any update or fix available for this issue?"

[gtoz016]

Hi,
Since updating to the latest MT4 build 1491, I’m having an issue with my custom indicators. They keep glitching—sometimes they show up on the chart, and sometimes they randomly disappear or stop rendering entirely, even though the Journal says they are loaded successfully. Is anyone else experiencing this or is there a known fix?
Thanks!

[Pmobley]

Here is how I fixed the issue temporarily until a solid release is available.

I was able to downgrade the Forex.com MT4 Version to a previous version that I got from another laptop that was not connected to the web on yesterday.

This MT 4 Version may need to be broker specific, so it's not a generic MT4 version, but the one from your broker.

Here are the steps to Downgrade.

Google This ... "metatrader 4, version 4.00 build 1491, downgrade" - Google Search

Or Use the steps below..

Downgrading MetaTrader 4 below Build 1440 is no longer recommended or viable because MetaQuotes has officially terminated server connections for older builds . Even if you manually swap out the software files to revert to an older build, the terminal will encounter a permanent "No Connection" error and fail to connect to your broker's servers. [1, 2]

If your current MetaTrader 4 Build 1491 is causing critical issues with custom Expert Advisors (EAs) or indicators, you can attempt to roll back to a slightly earlier, yet still supported build (such as Build 1440 or higher) using the manual replacement method. [1, 2]

Step-by-Step Rollback and Update Blocking

To temporarily roll back to an earlier compatible build and prevent MT4 from immediately updating back to Build 1491, use the following procedure:

Secure the Executables: Obtain the terminal.exe and metaeditor.exe files for the specific build you want to roll back to (e.g., from a backup or a trusted trading community archive). [1, 2]
Locate the Installation Folder: In MetaTrader 4, go to File > Open Data Folder . Navigate to the main directory where the installation lives (usually in C:\Program Files\Your Broker MT4 ). [1, 2, 3]
Replace the Files: Close MT4 completely. Copy your older terminal.exe and metaeditor.exe files into this main directory, overwriting the existing Build 1491 files. [1, 2, 3]
Clear the WebInstall Cache: To prevent immediate auto-updating, clear the hidden download files. Navigate to C:\Users\<Your_Username>\AppData\Roaming\MetaQuotes\WebInstall and delete all folders inside it. [1, 2]
Modify the Launch Shortcut:
• Right-click on your desktop MT4 shortcut and select Properties .
• In the Target field, go to the very end of the text string, add a single space, and type /skipupdate .
• Example: "C:\Program Files\Broker MT4\terminal.exe" /skipupdate
• Click Apply and launch MT4 using this specific shortcut. [1, 2]

Critical Warnings

Broker Connectivity: If you roll back to any build below 1440, the terminal will return an "Old version" status and will refuse to synchronize data with your broker. [1]
Indicator Freezes: If you are attempting to downgrade because Build 1491 is freezing on startup, the issue is likely due to an incompatible custom indicator profile. Rather than downgrading, you can open your MT4 data folder, navigate to profiles\default\ , and temporarily clear the files out of that folder to let the terminal launch cleanly. [1]

If you would like to proceed, please share:

The exact error message or issue you are experiencing with Build 1491.

[Alain Verleyen]

askingz #:

Have you tried using more than one moving average? If you save it and keep clicking the template, it will sometimes show a missing indicator.

No error when i recompile in build 1491

Ok got it.

Reproduced and reported to MetaQuotes.

[Stefan Schmeisser]

Hello, same error...
I have 4 charts running with the same indicators and one random of the indicators on 1-4 of the charts always fails to load...
One time its this indicator and at the next restart its the other indicator...
It loads on the other charts.
Only fix ive found is to downgrade MT4.
Why do they publish MT4 versions which dont work???
Test it before you publish it, holy moly...