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How to Export and Install Algos in cTrader

After you create an algorithm in cTrader, you can use the export functionality to share and distribute it efficiently. In this article and the accompanying video, we will show you how to export and install cBots, indicators and plugins.

Export Algos

Note

The export procedure is identical for all algorithm types: cBots, indicators and plugins.

Let’s assume we want to export the Sample Trend cBot and distribute it to many users.

Open the 'Algo' app, right-click the cBot you want to export, then click 'Export'.

When the export window appears, select your preferred export option.

  • 'No source code' - Export the .algo file without source code, specifying whether a single cTrader user or all users can open it.
  • 'With source code' - Export the .algo file with source code, granting access to all cTrader users.

To avoid restrictions, we choose the 'With source code' option for our Sample Trend cBot.

You will then be directed to the 'Robot' folder, where the exported cBot is saved. From there, you can share the file or transfer it to other users and devices.

Where is an exported algo saved on my computer?

  • cBot: ..Documents/cAlgo/Sources/Export/Robot
  • Indicator: ..Documents/cAlgo/Sources/Export/Indicator
  • Plugin: ..Documents/cAlgo/Sources/Export/Plugin

Install Algos

After any user receives an .algo file, they can open it by simply double-clicking it. The file opens in cTrader, and the start window appears.

Here, cTrader users can choose to start a cBot in Cloud or locally. They can select a trading account, symbol and period for the cBot. Additionally, 'Advanced parameters' are expandable to configure other settings.

With a click on the 'Start cBot' button, the cBot starts running in Cloud or locally.

This article has demonstrated how to export and install algorithms in cTrader. To learn more about the cTrader Algo API, see our documentation or post a question on our forum.