MetaStock 8.0, while an older version of the software, introduced several features that remain relevant for technical analysts and traders looking for a robust screening and testing environment.
: MetaStock 8.0 supports creating layouts that group related stocks or ETFs for quick access.
: You can customize a chart’s appearance and save it as a default template to ensure all future charts open with your preferred indicators and styles.
For those still using or exploring MetaStock 8.0, the platform provides several options for personalizing the trading experience:
: In MetaStock 8.0, users gained the ability to perform explorations using online data, which eliminated the need for manual downloading and storage.
: This version retooled the system tester to allow for more comprehensive batch testing, though it still treats each security independently rather than as a unified portfolio.
: Users can easily switch between different styles, such as candlesticks, bar charts, and Heikin-Ashi, by accessing chart properties.