How to change timeframes

Follow the steps below to switch between different chart timeframes in MetaTrader 4 or MetaTrader 5.

1. Open your MT4 or MT5 platform

Open your MT4 or MT5 platform.

2. Open a chart

Open a chart for any trading pair.

3. Locate the timeframe toolbar

Locate the timeframe toolbar at the top of the platform.

4. Click your desired timeframe

Click on your desired timeframe:

  • M1, M5, M15, M30 – minutes
  • H1, H4 – hours
  • D1, W1, MN – daily, weekly, monthly

5. Chart updates instantly

The chart will instantly update to the selected timeframe.

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