EX4 File Documentation

Overview

Feature Value
File Extension .ex4
Full Name MetaTrader Program File
File Type Compiled Program
Developer MetaQuotes Software Corp.
Category Trading platform files
Primary Association MetaTrader Trading Platform
MIME Type application/octet-stream
Binary Format Yes
Compiled From MQL4 (MetaQuotes Language 4)
Purpose Automated trading strategies, Custom indicators, Scripts
Execution Environment MetaTrader 4 Client Terminal
Compatibility Compatible only with MetaTrader 4 platform
Protection Cannot be viewed or edited, encrypted format
Can be generated by MetaEditor (the IDE for MetaQuotes Language 4)
Security Feature Code obfuscation for intellectual property protection
Update Method Must replace file for updating, no internal update feature
Common Use Forex trading, Stock market analysis
Can Contain Functions, Variables, Pre-defined and custom indicators
Typical File Location MQL4/Experts or MQL4/Indicators
Operating System(s) Windows primarily, but accessible on Mac via compatibility layers or third-party applications
Editing Tool Not directly editable; original MQL4 source code needed for editing
Version Varies with compilation