What is MetaTrader 5 (MT5)?
MetaTrader 5 (MT5) is the next‑generation, multi‑asset trading platform from MetaQuotes. It extends MT4 with more built‑in analytics, additional order types, a high‑performance strategy tester, and direct access to exchange‑traded instruments (where supported). MT5 is suitable for forex, indices, commodities, stocks, and futures—depending on broker offerings.
Key Features
- More Timeframes & Indicators: 21 timeframes and a larger set of built‑in indicators and drawing tools for granular analysis.
- Depth of Market (DoM): View real‑time bid/ask liquidity (when provided by the broker) to gauge order book pressure.
- Additional Order Types: Includes Buy Stop Limit and Sell Stop Limit in addition to market, limit, and stop orders.
- Netting & Hedging Modes: Choose position accounting that fits your strategy and jurisdiction.
- Powerful Strategy Tester: Multi‑threaded, multi‑currency testing with real ticks and agent network for faster optimization.
- MQL5 & Marketplace: Object‑oriented MQL5 language, vast market of EAs/indicators, and built‑in copy‑trading via Signals.
- Economic Calendar: Integrated macro events to plan trades around news.
- Cross‑Device Apps: Desktop, web terminal, and mobile apps for iOS/Android to manage trades anywhere.