Since the symbol() function can't correctly write the special character "£", write to the server desk and get it fixed. Who knows what other problems is also hidden.
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I have the same problem with he pound sign "£" (Unicode decimal code 163) in my EA. When putting for instance EURUSD(£) in a string variable it returns EURUSD(L). I have to use string variables in the OrderSend() function for symbols instead of the predefined Symbol() variable since it is a multi currency EA.
This pound sign is used by the broker IG for their betting accounts.
Jan Flodin: I have the same problem with he pound sign "£"
It's been two years and hasn't been fixed. Service desk isn't taking non-financial problems. Complain to your broker and perhaps switch to a different one.
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returns no value.
returns this:
![](https://c.mql5.com/3/152/order_send_error.jpg)
I think the underlined difference is the cause of the error - USOIL(£) is interpreted as USOIL(L).
Since the symbol() function can't correctly write the special character "£", how can I help it? or override it?