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  • #5,301
  • Oct 24, 2014 7:30pm Oct 24, 2014 7:30pm
Quoting Poolsuckswat
can anybody guide me through the "customtimeframe" app from fxcm app-store? it was easy to install, but when it comes to generating some offline charts, it's taking forever. i tried to generate H8, H12, for exemple. It took more than 30 min to have smth like 120 bars for h8. i don't know what I'm doing wrong. my computer is pretty fast. any trick, any short-cut to this? how fast it's getting generated on your station? thanks!
Quoting Poolsuckswat
{quote} there should be a bug, cause i just realized they aren't updating either. anyone has a good advice? plz.
Quoting Jason Rogers
{quote} {quote} Hi Poolsuckswat, The Custom Time Frames app normally loads straightaway, however, MetaQuotes recently made some changes to MT4 making the latest versions of their platform incompatible with the copy of Custom Time Frames you installed from FXCMapps.com. Our programmers are now recoding this and other affected apps, so they will work with the latest MT4 builds. I apologize for the inconvenience.
Hi Poolsuckswat,

Our programmers have updated the Custom Time Frames app and all other apps on FXCMapps.com that were affected by the recent MT4 update by MetaQuotes. You can now download the latest version of the Custom Time Frames app at FXCMapps.com: http://www.fxcmapps.com/metatrader-4...0000000MusRAAS

Also, make sure that you have the latest MT4 build downloaded from our website (currently build 735): http://download.fxcorporate.com/FXCM-MT4Install.exe
  • #5,302
  • Oct 24, 2014 7:41pm Oct 24, 2014 7:41pm
Quoting AlbinaGrande
Hello Jason, I would like to add a Real MT4 account to my master account and access both my existing Real TS2 account and the new MT4 account on the same log-in to MyFXCM. Is this possible? At present I can log-on to the trading screens for all my Demo and Real accounts, including my Demo MT4 account - no problem. On MyFXCM there is an option to transfer funds from an existing account to a new account, but again it would appear to relate to only the TS2 platform. What are my options? Thanks, AG
Hi AG,

Please send me a private message with the email address we have on file for your account. I'll ask our Operations department to take a look at your account settings to see which accounts can be joined together under one login. For accounts to be joined under one login they must be of the same type and be on the same server.

That said, if your primary goal is to be able to transfer funds between the accounts, it's worth noting that it's not necessary for the accounts to be joined under one login to complete such a transfer. On the MyFXCM.com site, you can click on the Transfer Funds option. Then you can choose to transfer funds to an account under a different login. You can then type in the number of your other account to complete the transfer. As long as both accounts are in the name of the same account holder, the transfer can be processed.
  • #5,303
  • Oct 24, 2014 7:47pm Oct 24, 2014 7:47pm
Quoting ctmforex
Why the switch to no dealing desk?
Hi Ctmforex,

Just to clarify, FXCM has offered traders No Dealing Desk (NDD) forex execution since 2007. Our NDD model has proven to be very popular with traders, because FXCM makes money of client trading volume, not client losses. That hasn't changed. Our new FX pricing uses the same NDD feed, but changes how FXCM charges the fee on your transaction.

In the past we charged no commissions and instead applied a fixed pip markup to the spread as our fee. Now FXCM clients can trade on raw FX spreads, and the markups previously included in the spreads have been replaced with commissions to add greater transparency on your transaction costs. As part of this new pricing model, FXCM has also reduced client trading costs overall. More details are available in this thread: http://www.forexfactory.com/showthre...26#post7802926
  • #5,304
  • Oct 24, 2014 7:55pm Oct 24, 2014 7:55pm
Quoting Digitalis
Hi Jason Are the any plans to produce Real Volumes for CFDs? I spreadbet UK100 and GER30 and would find them a real benefit. Thanks
Hi Digitalis,

I'm not aware of any such plans at this time but will pass on your request to our developers. Currently our Real Volume and Transactions indicators are available for the 14 most popular currency pairs: http://www.fxcmapps.com/trading-stat...0000000MusRAAS

I'll let you know if these indicators become available for CFDs in the future.
  • #5,305
  • Edited 8:45pm Oct 24, 2014 8:24pm | Edited 8:45pm
Quoting Jason Rogers
These Super Tight Raw FX Spreads will be ideal for scalping while providing increased execution benefits to stop and limit orders. {image} Click here to view our live spreads. As part of this introduction, we have also reduced client trading costs. We believe that this pricing model reflects FXCM's core business principals, offering direct access to quotes from multiple liquidity providers with no mark-up and transparent low commissions. {image}
Just are reminder that this weekend, accounts in the UK (excluding spread betting accounts) and Australia will be upgraded to our new pricing: http://www.forexfactory.com/showthre...43#post7788843
  • #5,306
  • Oct 24, 2014 11:15pm Oct 24, 2014 11:15pm
Hi Jason,

Where can I find the pip values for forex pairs for FXCM. I'm using MT4 at the moment.

Kindest Regards
  • #5,307
  • Oct 25, 2014 5:03am Oct 25, 2014 5:03am
there is somebody crying @ fxcm


http://www.forexfactory.com/showthread.php?t=509987
  • #5,308
  • Oct 25, 2014 6:19am Oct 25, 2014 6:19am
Quoting ericnyamu
there is somebody crying @ fxcm http://www.forexfactory.com/showthread.php?t=509987
Hi ericnyamu

The thread you mention is about forex.com and not about fxcm.com

Take care and have a great weekend.

1greyfox
  • #5,309
  • Oct 25, 2014 8:58am Oct 25, 2014 8:58am
Quoting Jason Rogers
{quote} {quote} {quote} Hi Poolsuckswat, Our programmers have updated the Custom Time Frames app and all other apps on FXCMapps.com that were affected by the recent MT4 update by MetaQuotes. You can now download the latest version of the Custom Time Frames app at FXCMapps.com: http://www.fxcmapps.com/metatrader-4...0000000MusRAAS Also, make sure that you have the latest MT4 build downloaded from our website (currently build 735): http://download.fxcorporate.com/FXCM-MT4Install.exe
thanks Jason!
  • #5,310
  • Oct 25, 2014 9:29am Oct 25, 2014 9:29am
Quoting ericnyamu
there is somebody crying @ fxcm http://www.forexfactory.com/showthread.php?t=509987
what a fail
  • #5,311
  • Oct 25, 2014 10:59am Oct 25, 2014 10:59am
Quoting Jason Rogers
{quote} {quote} {quote} You can now download the latest version of the Custom Time Frames app at FXCMapps.com: http://www.fxcmapps.com/metatrader-4...0000000MusRAAS Also, make sure that you have the latest MT4 build downloaded from our website (currently build 735): http://download.fxcorporate.com/FXCM-MT4Install.exe
Just curious here. Has anyone installed this version and used it long enough to know if it's stable and has no bugs? I've prevented the auto-update of my MT4 after reading about the nightmares of build 711. I'm still running 670 (which has it's own issues) because that last thing I need is "more" problems with a platform.

I use Trade Station as well and I like it but let's face it, it just can't do some of things we all like about MT4. (A merger of the two would be sweet IMHO)

Any "user" feedback on the latest 735 build would be appreciated. Thanks folks. Enjoy the day and have a wonderful weekend.

Chris
Ghost Rider - WWTBMD?
  • #5,312
  • Oct 25, 2014 5:50pm Oct 25, 2014 5:50pm
Hey just tried to login to MYFXCM from my laptop computer and was taken to a page with a message saying that MYFXCM was only available to desktop users. When I clicked on the link given for mobile solutions I got a server error. I have logged in to MYFXCM with this same laptop before. What's going on?
  • #5,313
  • Oct 26, 2014 5:35am Oct 26, 2014 5:35am
You know? I'm trying REALLY hard to believe in FXCM but then something always pops up to cause me doubts.

http://www.forexfactory.com/showthre...65#post7824565

Care to explain Jason?
Ghost Rider - WWTBMD?
  • #5,314
  • Oct 26, 2014 6:10am Oct 26, 2014 6:10am
Quoting albchr
You know? I'm trying REALLY hard to believe in FXCM but then something always pops up to cause me doubts. http://www.forexfactory.com/showthre...65#post7824565 Care to explain Jason?
lol it's the weekend spreads go back to normal once market open, stay a little wide for the first few hours tho
  • #5,315
  • Oct 26, 2014 6:33am Oct 26, 2014 6:33am
Quoting PoundTrader
{quote} lol it's the weekend spreads go back to normal once market open, stay a little wide for the first few hours tho
Hey PT

I'm aware of weekend spreads (Although IBFX never had that much of an issue ) but that doesn't explain the difference between the two platforms. Same account same server, should not both platforms show the same spread regardless of what it is?
Ghost Rider - WWTBMD?
  • #5,316
  • Oct 26, 2014 7:31am Oct 26, 2014 7:31am
Quoting albchr
{quote} Hey PT I'm aware of weekend spreads (Although IBFX never had that much of an issue ) but that doesn't explain the difference between the two platforms. Same account same server, should not both platforms show the same spread regardless of what it is?
some of you traders complain, NEVER MIND I GIVE UP. wish you luck with your trading
  • #5,317
  • Oct 26, 2014 7:36am Oct 26, 2014 7:36am
Quoting PoundTrader
{quote}some of you traders complain, NEVER MIND I GIVE UP. wish you luck with your trading
Since when is a question a complaint? I'm starting to think you have more than just a passive interest in FXCM.
Ghost Rider - WWTBMD?
  • #5,318
  • Oct 26, 2014 7:41am Oct 26, 2014 7:41am
Quoting albchr
{quote} Since when is a question a complaint? I'm starting to think you have more than just a passive interest in FXCM.
bro did this effect your trading? the answer is no, so what there mt-4 server stop just before spreads widen over the weekend, also you do know IBFX close at 4pm on fridays and not at 5pm, i use to trade on currenex platform average spreads was 0.3 on eur/usd and right around 4:55pm that spread will jump to 10+ pips, anyway you keep focus on things you have no control over things that don't effect your trading, you spend more time worrying about things like that then REAL TRADING http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/smileys/lol-046.gif BTW my intrest is in common sense and logic
  • #5,319
  • Oct 26, 2014 12:11pm Oct 26, 2014 12:11pm
Quoting PoundTrader
{quote}some of you traders complain, NEVER MIND I GIVE UP. wish you luck with your trading
I have to agree with this, some of the comments/complaints in this thread are comical.
  • #5,320
  • Oct 26, 2014 5:10pm Oct 26, 2014 5:10pm
Quoting albchr
{quote} Just curious here. Has anyone installed this version and used it long enough to know if it's stable and has no bugs? I've prevented the auto-update of my MT4 after reading about the nightmares of build 711. I'm still running 670 (which has it's own issues) because that last thing I need is "more" problems with a platform. I use Trade Station as well and I like it but let's face it, it just can't do some of things we all like about MT4. (A merger of the two would be sweet IMHO) Any "user" feedback on the latest 735 build...
I'm running FXCM MT4 build 745 on a demo basis on my Mac with an emulator to make sure it's relatively bug-free. I'm surprised that I haven't had huge problems with it so far in light of the fact that I'm using an emulator.

There were some emulator-related installation issues at the beginning (which you won't have if your a pure Windows machine user). Other than that, I haven't had any problems with it besides getting used to the GUI. I've been using Trading Station, so this has quite a different feel to it. I haven't and don't really intend to run any EA's on it, so I naturally can't speak to how it is going to do with EA's, especially if there are connectivity issues between the broker's VMS (on which you'll imaginably run your EA's) and outside servers that present price info to the broker's server.

I fully expected that even the demo would crash or freeze up from time to time given the way I'm running it, but it's done amazingly well ... .

Obviously, a demo isn't the real thing, so I haven't really monitored it for missed orders, excessive slippage, and that kind of thing ... .
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