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How to Download, Set Up, and Use the MetaTrader 5 App on Android

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


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Download the MetaTrader App

Download the MetaTrader app for your Android device using the link below.

Once the installation is complete, open the app.


Log In to Your Orbex Account

In the search bar, type:

Orbex Global Ltd

Select the correct server from the list.

Select Log in to an Existing Account.

Enter the login credentials you received in your Orbex welcome email:

  • Login (Account Number)

  • Password

Tap Sign In to access your trading 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 signing in, you'll find the main sections of the platform at the bottom of the screen:

  • Quotes – View live market prices.

  • Charts – Analyze market movements.

  • Trade – Monitor your open positions and account information.

  • History – Review your completed trades.

  • Messages – Receive company announcements, platform notifications, and market updates.

These sections give you quick access to everything you need to manage your trading account on the go.


Customize the Quotes Window

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

For more detailed market information, tap the menu icon and switch to Advanced Mode. This view displays:

  • Instrument name

  • Bid and Ask prices

  • Spread

  • Daily High and Low

  • Price update time

Add an Instrument

To add a trading instrument:

  1. Tap the + icon.

  2. Select the asset category.

  3. Search for the symbol (for example, EURUSD or XAUUSD).

  4. Tap the + icon next to the instrument to add it to your Quotes list.

Remove an Instrument

To remove an instrument:

  1. Tap the Pencil (Edit) icon.

  2. Select the instrument(s) you want to remove.

  3. Tap the Delete icon.


Place Your First Trade

To open a trade, go to the Quotes tab and tap the instrument you want to trade.

From the menu that appears, select New Order.

In the order window, configure your trade by setting:

  • Volume (trade size)

  • Stop Loss (optional)

  • Take Profit (optional)

When you're ready:

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

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

Your open position will immediately appear in the Trade tab.


Manage Your Trades

The Trade tab displays all your open positions and pending orders.

At the top of the screen, you'll find your account summary, including:

  • Balance

  • Equity

  • Free Margin

When you have active trades, you'll also see:

  • Margin

  • Margin Level

These values help you monitor your account and available trading funds.


Modify or Close a Trade

You can update or close any open position directly from the Trade tab.

Modify a Trade

To change your Stop Loss or Take Profit:

  1. Open the Trade tab.

  2. Tap and hold the open position.

  3. Select Modify Position.

  4. Enter the new Stop Loss and/or Take Profit levels.

  5. Tap Modify to save your changes.

Close a Trade

To close an open position:

  1. Open the Trade tab.

  2. Tap and hold the position.

  3. Select Close Position.

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

Once the position is closed, it will appear in the History tab.


Review Your Trading History

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

Here you can review:

  • Closed positions

  • Completed orders

  • Account transactions

To change the displayed period, tap the calendar or filter icon and choose your preferred date range.


Analyze Charts

The Charts tab allows you to monitor market movements and perform technical analysis.

To open a chart:

  1. Go to the Quotes tab.

  2. Tap the trading instrument.

  3. Select Chart.

From the chart, you can:

  • Switch between timeframes. (tap on the chart)


  • Zoom in and out.

  • Add technical indicators.

  • Use drawing tools to analyze market trends.


Stay Updated with News and Notifications

The Messages section keeps you informed with important account notifications and company updates.

Depending on your platform version, you may also have access to News, where you can read market updates and Trading Central analysis.

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