For example, if you saved a chart file named IBM.MWC in C:\Program Files\Equis\Metastock\Charts using data stored in C:\Metastock Data\My Data on the old computer, you must copy the data into C:\Metastock Data\My Data on the new computer. MWL): These can be copied using Windows, however, the Metastock data files from which they were created must be in the same path on the new computer as they were on the old one. MWC) and Layouts (will have an extenstion of. Custom charts (will have an extension of. Once the export is complete, follow the process in reverse on the new computer to import from the location where the formulas were exported to.ģ. Follow the on-screen instructions to export to the new computer or to export to a disk. To access the Formula Organizer, open any of the Advanced Tools in Metastock and click 'Organizer'.
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Custom formulas that you have created (Explorations, System Tests, etc.): Use the Formula Organizer to export the formulas to the new computer (if the new computer is connected to the old one), or to a floppy or Zip Disk. This process will also copy your smartcharts (check 'Copy Smartchart' on the 'Copy Securities' dialog that prompts for the Destination Folder).Ģ. Otherwise, copy them to a floppy or Zip Disk (Zip Disk would be ideal) and then follow the process in reverse on the new computer to copy them from the disk to the C drive. If the old computer is connected to the new computer, browse for a location on the C drive on the new computer. You'll then be asked for the destination folder. Click 'Browse' to locate the folder, highlight all the names in that folder using the Ctrl or Shift keys and then click 'Copy'. Metastock Data Files: The best way to move Metastock data files is to use The Downloader to copy them. Here's the answerįollow the steps listed below to move your custom work in Metastock to a new or different computer:ġ. Its a good question as the answer isn't in "help" or the "owners's user guide" manual.
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I was recently asked how to transfer Metastock to a new computer.