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How to Download, Set Up, and Use the MetaTrader App on iPhone and iPad

The MetaTrader mobile app lets you trade and manage your Orbex account from your iPhone or iPad. Follow this guide to download the app, log in, and start using its key features.


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Download the MetaTrader App

Getting started is simple. Download the MetaTrader app for your iPhone or iPad using the link below.

Once the installation is complete, open the app. You'll see the screen shown below.


Log In to Your Orbex Account

To connect your trading account, tap New Account.

You'll be asked to select a trading server. In the search bar, type Orbex Global Ltd, then select it from the results.

Next, tap Use Existing Account and enter the login credentials that were sent to your email when you created your Orbex trading account.

  • Login (Account Number)

  • Password

Once you've entered your details, tap Sign In to access your account.

Tip: If you can't find your login details, check your spam or junk folder for your Orbex welcome email.


Explore the Platform

After logging in, you'll find five main sections at the bottom of the screen:

  • Quotes – View live market prices.

  • Charts – Analyze market movements.

  • Trade – Monitor open positions and account information.

  • History – Review your completed trades.

  • Settings – Access news, notifications, and platform preferences.

Each section is designed to help you manage your trading account quickly and efficiently.


Customize the Quotes Window

The Quotes window displays real-time prices for all available trading instruments.

You can switch between Simple View and Advanced View by tapping the icon in the upper-left corner. We recommend using Advanced View because it displays additional information, including the instrument name, Bid and Ask prices, spread, daily high and low, and the latest price update.

Add an Instrument

To add a new trading instrument, use the search bar at the top of the Quotes window, enter the symbol (for example, EURUSD or XAUUSD), and tap the icon next to the instrument.

Remove an Instrument

To remove an instrument, tap the Edit (Pencil) icon, select the symbol(s) you want to remove, and then tap the Delete icon.


Place Your First Trade

Opening a trade on the MetaTrader mobile app is quick and straightforward.

From the Quotes window, tap the instrument you'd like to trade, then select Trade.

The order window will open, allowing you to configure your trade.

Before placing your order, choose:

  • Volume (trade size)

  • Stop Loss (optional)

  • Take Profit (optional)

When you're ready, tap:

  • Buy by Market if you expect the price to rise.

  • Sell by Market if you expect the price to fall.

Once your order is executed, it will immediately appear in the Trade tab.


Manage Your Trades

The Trade section gives you a complete overview of your trading account.

Here you can monitor your:

  • Open positions

  • Pending orders

  • Floating profit or loss

At the top of the screen, you'll also find important account information, including your:

  • Balance – The funds in your account, excluding open trades.

  • Equity – Your account balance including unrealized profit or loss.

  • Free Margin – Funds available to open new positions.

  • Margin – Funds currently allocated to your open positions.

  • Margin Level – A key indicator of your account's available margin.


Modify or Close a Trade

You can easily modify or close your open positions from the Trade tab.

Modify a Trade

To update your Stop Loss or Take Profit levels:

  1. Open the Trade tab.

  2. Tap on the open position you want to modify.

  3. Select Modify Position.

  4. Enter your new Stop Loss and/or Take Profit values.

  5. Tap Modify to save your changes.

Updating your Stop Loss and Take Profit allows you to adjust your risk management as market conditions change.

Close a Trade

To close an open position:

  1. Open the Trade tab.

  2. Tap on the position you want to close.

  3. Select Close Position.

  4. Review the details, then tap Close with Profit/Loss to confirm.

Once the position is closed, it will no longer appear in the Trade tab and will instead be available in the History section, where you can review the completed trade.


Review Your Trading History

The History tab stores a complete record of your trading activity.

Here you can review closed positions, completed orders, and account transactions. To change the displayed period, tap the filter icon in the upper-right corner and select your preferred date range.


Analyze Charts

The Charts section allows you to monitor price movements and perform technical analysis.

To open a chart, go to the Quotes window, tap the instrument you want to analyze, and select Chart.

From the chart, you can:

  • Switch between timeframes.

  • Zoom in and out.

  • Add technical indicators.

  • Use drawing tools to analyze market trends.


Stay Updated with News and Notifications

The Settings section provides quick access to useful account features.

Here you can access:

  • Mailbox to receive company announcements and account notifications.

  • News to view Trading Central market analysis and trading insights.

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