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How to Enable Algo Trading in MetaTrader 5

Learn how to correctly enable algorithmic trading in MetaTrader 5.

About This Lesson

This guide explains how to enable Algo Trading and the permissions required by Expert Advisors. Open MetaTrader 5 Start your MetaTrader 5 terminal. Find Algo Trading Locate the Algo Trading button in the MetaTrader toolbar. Enable It Click the button and verify that automated trading is enabled.

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