MetaTrader 5 iPhone/iPad HelpGetting Started

Getting Started

To start trading from your mobile device, download MetaTrader 5 on iTunesor from the AppStore application on your iPod Touch/iPhone/iPad.

After installation, run the application by tapping MetaTrader 5 on your device. This will open the following screen. The application version number is shown at the bottom of the screen.

  • The app works on iPhone, iPad and iPod with iOS 9.0 or later, and on desktops with the M1 processor and macOS Big Sur or later.
  • The MetaTrader 5 for iPhone requires a cellular connection or Wi-Fi.
  • It is recommended that you update MetaTrader 5 regularly. New versions provide enhanced functionality and greater stability.

The start window

New Account

 

Connecting to an Account and Opening a Demo Account

When you start the application for the first time, you will be offered the following options:

  • Open a demo account should be used if you want to open a new demo account.
  • Open a real account allows requesting a new real account from a selected broker. You will need to specify personal information and provide identification documents.
  • Login to an existing account allows connecting with to an existing account.

Find detailed instructions on how to work with accounts in a separate section.

Application GUI

The whole interface of the MetaTrader 5 mobile platform consists of the main working area and the bottom panel, designed to switch between the main functions of the program:

  • Quotes show information on real-time prices of financial instruments;
  • Chart provides a price chart, technical analysis options that include indicators and graphical objects;
  • Trade displays account state and features options for managing trade positions and pending orders;
  • History features the history of trading operations of the account;
  • Settings provide access to application settings, MQL5.community chat, mailbox and news, as well as allow opening accounts or switching between available accounts.

MetaTrader 5 Interface