Trading Platforms and Tools

Find setup, feature and troubleshooting guidance for FXTRADING.com trading platforms and tools.

62 articles

Global Trading Server InfrastructureUnderstand automatic server assignment for Live Accounts and Demo Accounts, how to verify your connection in the Client Portal, and why assignments cannot be changed.
Trading Position ManagementFollow platform-specific steps to close single, partial, or multiple positions, and understand how sequential bulk closures may affect execution prices.
Accessing Your Trade RecordsReview trading activity through MT4, MT5, mobile platform history, log files, and daily or monthly statements sent to your registered email address.
FXTRADING.com's Policy on Trading BotsUnderstand FXTRADING.com’s position on trading bots, the risks and support limits for third-party EAs, and how to spot false affiliation or return claims.
Partial Close Trades in MetaTrader 4Follow the MT4 steps to close a chosen trade volume or use Close By to offset opposite positions in the same symbol.
How Crypto CFDs Differ from Actual Cryptocurrency TradingCompare Crypto CFDs with direct cryptocurrency ownership, including price exposure, leverage, short positions, wallet requirements, ownership rights, regional availability, and related risks.
Understanding the "INVALID ACCOUNT" ErrorTroubleshoot INVALID ACCOUNT in MT4 by checking login details, server selection, account status, password access, and whether an archived account needs reactivation.
Trading Order Types: MT5 vs MT4Compare the market and pending orders shared by MT4 and MT5, including the Buy Stop-Limit and Sell Stop-Limit options exclusive to MT5.
Using 1-Click Trading on MT4 AndroidFollow the steps to enable 1-Click Trading on MT4 Android, set a default trade size, and understand the risk of orders submitted without confirmation.
MT4 for Android: Smartphones and TabletsCompare MT4 functionality on Android smartphones and tablets, and learn how Tablet Mode adapts the layout for a larger workspace and multiple charts.
Using 1-Click Trading on MT5 AndroidFollow the steps to enable 1-Click Trading on MT5 Android, set a default trade size, and understand the risk of orders submitted without confirmation.
MT4 for Mac and PC: Functional EquivalenceCompare MT4 functionality on Mac and PC, including charting, indicators, EAs, order types, market access, account management, customization, updates, and trading operations.
Overnight Costs for Metal CFD PositionsCheck when Metal CFD swap charges apply, what affects long and short rates, and how to find current values in MetaTrader or the Client Portal.
Index CFDs: Cash Market vs. Futures PricingUnderstand how cash-market pricing affects FXTRADING.com Index CFDs, including spot-price tracking, expiration and rollover treatment, spread structure, valuation, and where to check trading hours.
The Differences Between Basic Order TypesCompare Buy Limit, Buy Stop, Sell Limit, and Sell Stop orders by trigger direction, intended market scenario, execution condition, and common strategic use.
Trading Indices in Both DirectionsLearn how long and short index positions express bullish or bearish market views, and how to select an index through your preferred platform in the Client Portal.
Demo Trading Options for CFD SharesCompare MT4 and MT5 Demo Account options for practising share index and individual share CFD trading, and understand how demo results may differ from live trading.
Can I hedge Index CFDs or "Pair Trade" them?Learn how to hedge an Index CFD with opposing positions or pair two indices to trade relative performance while potentially reducing directional market exposure.
Can I program my indicators through the MT5 WebTrader?Learn why MT5 WebTrader cannot program custom indicators and follow the desktop MetaEditor workflow to create, compile, test, and use indicators written in MQL5.
Can I receive trade alerts on MT5?Learn how to configure price, indicator, time, and account-event alerts, choose notification methods, and connect desktop alerts with mobile push notifications.
Can I trade blockchain?Understand why blockchain itself is not directly tradable through FXTRADING.com and explore cryptocurrency CFDs or other assets that provide blockchain-related exposure.
Can I trade mini or micro lots on Metal CFDs?Find out which Metal CFDs support mini and micro lots, the available sizes for Gold and Silver, and how to adjust trade volume before ordering.
Understanding Metal CFDs: No Expiration DatesUnderstand why Metal CFDs on MT4 have no expiration date and how overnight swap points may affect positions held open.
What are Indices?Understand how indices measure groups of equities, review prominent examples, and learn how index CFDs provide exposure to price movements without ownership of the underlying shares.
Will MT4 Indicators Work on MT5?Understand why MQL4 indicators and EAs are incompatible with MT5, and review options for finding, running, or recoding preferred tools.
Which Markets Can I Access from MT5 iOS?Review the Forex, metals, indices, commodities, and cryptocurrency CFD markets available on MT5 iOS, and configure instruments shown in the Quotes panel.
What Are the Leading Market Drivers for Commodity Prices?Review how supply, demand, macroeconomic conditions, currencies, geopolitical events, weather, and market speculation can influence commodity price movements.
How can I monitor margin and reduce margin-call risk?Review key MT4/MT5 account metrics, current margin settings, exposure-management options, monitoring limitations, and evidence needed when automatic closures require investigation.
Does User Performance Differ Between MT5 and MT4?Compare MT5 and MT4 across processing, memory, execution, backtesting, chart performance, and system requirements to choose the platform suited to your priorities.
Why Didn't My EA (Expert Advisor) Execute the Trades?Troubleshoot EA trade execution in MT4 by checking AutoTrading, chart setup, account conditions, connectivity, permissions, configuration, and platform error messages.
How Do I Install an Expert Advisor in MT4?Follow the complete MT4 process for placing EA files and supporting resources in the correct folders, verifying installation, attaching the EA, and resolving setup issues.
Understanding Commodities TradingUnderstand how physical commodities enter the supply chain, why standardization supports uniform pricing, and which account-related factors determine Commodity CFD availability.
What is a contract for difference (CFD)?Understand how CFDs provide exposure to rising or falling prices without asset ownership, and how leverage, position size, fees, and market moves affect outcomes.
Understanding Commodity CFD PricingLearn how underlying spot markets inform commodity CFD prices and how liquidity, economic conditions, production costs, geopolitical events, spreads, and markups affect displayed trading prices.
Metal CFDs Trading ScheduleReview MT4-time trading hours, daily breaks, and possible seasonal changes for Metal CFDs, plus where to check current schedules and temporary adjustments.
Converting Chart Display from OHLC Bars to CandlesticksFollow toolbar, chart properties, or keyboard shortcut steps to switch MT4/MT5 charts from OHLC bars to candlesticks for clearer price analysis.
Retrieving Your Trading History ReportsFollow the MT4 and MT5 steps to filter trading history, save HTML reports, and review trade, commission, and swap details.
Accessing All Trading Products in MT4 and MT5Learn how to display, search, hide, and organize instruments in MT4 or MT5, and troubleshoot products missing from Market Watch.
Understanding Currency Spreads in Forex TradingLearn how forex spreads are measured, displayed in MetaTrader, influenced by market conditions, and included when calculating trading costs.
How do I access contract specifications in MT4 and MT5?Follow the MT4 and MT5 steps to view commodity contract specifications, including contract size, trading hours, margin requirements, swap rates, and fees.
How do I place Stop Loss and Take Profit orders in MT4 and MT5?Follow the steps to set, modify, or remove Stop Loss and Take Profit levels in MT4 and MT5 while checking each instrument’s minimum stop distance.
What Are Stop Loss and Take Profit Orders?Learn how Stop Loss and Take Profit orders automate position exits, support trading discipline, and manage losses or secure profits amid possible execution slippage.
What is the Time Zone in the MT4/MT5 Terminal?Understand how MT4 and MT5 server time shifts between GMT+2 and GMT+3, where to check it, and how it affects orders, charts, sessions, and planning.
What to Do When Your MT4 or MT5 Is Not ConnectedTroubleshoot disconnected status, No Connection, and Invalid Account messages by checking network, credentials, exact server, software, firewall, proxy, and device factors.
What is trading volume and how is it calculated?Learn how lots, contract size, price, and currency conversion affect position quantity and notional value, then check instrument-specific specifications in MT4 or MT5.
How do I use the Exposure tab for currency risk management?Learn to access and interpret the MT4/MT5 Exposure tab to review consolidated currency volumes, buy and sell positions, and potential overexposure.
Selecting the Correct Server for MT4/MT5Select the correct FXTRADING.com server for a Demo Account or Live Account, then troubleshoot login, missing-account, and balance display issues in MT4/MT5.
Understanding PIPs in TradingLearn how pips are calculated for different currency pairs and used to measure stop-loss distances, profit targets, and risk-reward ratios.
Why can’t I see the toolbar in my trading platform?Restore hidden platform toolbars, choose which built-in command groups appear, customize their buttons, and reposition them within the platform window.
Why are New Order and other trading tools greyed out?Troubleshoot disabled trading controls by checking your password type, account status, server, connection, instrument availability, market hours, and Live Account activation.
What is the difference between WTI and Brent Crude Oil?Compare WTI and Brent by origin, physical properties, pricing drivers, and market relevance, then check current contract specifications before opening an oil position.
What is a slippage in trading?Understand positive and negative slippage, the market and execution conditions that cause price differences, and measures that may help reduce their impact.
Why are oil prices sensitive to geopolitical events?Understand how concentrated supply, critical shipping routes, OPEC+ decisions, geopolitical disruptions, and market sentiment can move oil prices and shape traders’ risk management.
Understanding the Major Players in Cryptocurrency TradingReview the roles of Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, BNB, and Solana in cryptocurrency trading, including their market prominence, liquidity, uses, and changing conditions.
What should I do if I cannot find my server in the MT4 or MT5 mobile app?Troubleshoot a missing MT4 or MT5 mobile server by verifying account details, app compatibility, installation source, connectivity, and the exact assigned server.
How do I check which MT4 and MT5 features apply to my account?Check your platform, account, server, instrument specifications, and trading conditions to confirm available MT4 or MT5 features and troubleshoot missing features or rejected orders.
Managing Your Trading Account via Mobile AppFollow the mobile app account menu to change passwords, withdraw or transfer funds, update leverage, and edit your account nickname where available.
How do MT5 History and Trade page balances work, and what do they indicate?Learn how MT5 Trade page funds differ from date-filtered History page totals and why historical negative values do not indicate a negative current balance.
How can I download and install the FXTRADING app APK on my Android device?Follow the official Client Portal route to download and install the latest FXTRADING app APK, enable device permissions, and troubleshoot common Android installation problems.
Trading Platform OptionsCompare MT4, MT5, WebTrader, and the FXTRADING.com Trading App, including their features, device support, account requirements, and platform compatibility.
Why Can't I Access the Web Trading Platform from My Trading Account?Understand why a legacy Rebate account cannot access web trading and what to do with its remaining funds after the move to Partner Wallet.
Why can an Expert Advisor perform differently on Demo Accounts and Live Accounts?Compare execution, trading costs, account settings, and connection conditions to investigate why the same EA may produce different Demo Account and Live Account results.