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== Why do I need symbol mapping? == | |||
# Your data source is not the same as your broker. For example, you plot IQFeed data and trade with Interactive Brokers broker profile. Data source symbols should be mapped to broker symbols. | # Your data source is not the same as your broker. For example, you plot IQFeed data and trade with Interactive Brokers broker profile. Data source symbols should be mapped to broker symbols. | ||
# You trade continuous futures. Continuous contracts should be mapped to front-month contracts. For example, @ES should be mapped to ESZ2. | # You trade continuous futures. Continuous contracts should be mapped to front-month contracts. For example, @ES should be mapped to ESZ2. | ||
# You trade custom futures. Custom futures should me mapped to front-month contracts. | |||
== How do I set up symbol mapping? == | |||
# In the main MultiCharts window go to '''File -> Broker Profiles -> Symbol Mapping''' | # In the main MultiCharts window go to '''File -> Broker Profiles -> Symbol Mapping''' | ||
# Select your broker in the '''Showed mapped symbols for''' drop-down menu | # Select your broker in the '''Showed mapped symbols for''' drop-down menu |