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httphttps://individualswww.interactivebrokers.com/en/control/systemstandaloneindex.php?os=win&ib_entityf=llc14099#tws-software
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Though there is choice between web-based (Online) and standalone version (Offline), standalone version is recommended for MultiCharts connection. To download Trader Workstation and Gateway, follow this link:
For FOREX trade size should be equal to the amount of units, not trade lots.
==Setting up Interactive Brokers Gateway==
The following configuration is required to establish connection between MultiCharts platform and IB Gateway:# '''IB API''' option should be selected when logging into IB Gateway.
# Click on '''Configure''' in main Gateway window.
# Click on '''API''' section. Select '''Settings'''.
===General Settings section===
'''IP address''' and '''Port''' number
'''ClientID'''. “0” by default. If there is another trading platform running on your computer that is connected to IB TWS, it is recommended to change the corresponding value in that piece of software.<br><br>Starting from MultiCharts 11, IB TWS can be launched automatically by MultiCharts on attempt to connect IB broker profile. To enable this option check <b>Launch Trader Workstation</b> at start box.
===Default Order Settings section===
===Connection Settings section===
'''Disable Disconnect the broker profile (stop auto trading after ) in X seconds on the connection lossafter IB TWS is logged off.'''
In case of the connection loss turns auto-trading off the broker profile will be disconnected after the specified period of time if the connection is not re-established, as the result the auto-trading will be turned off.
===Financial Advisor Settings===
