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MT4: Mobile trading guide

Learn how to trade using MetaTrader4(MT4) on mobile devices. This guide explains how to install app on Android / iOS, log in to your trading account, place and manage trades, use charts and indicators, set alerts, and control risk while trading on the go.

MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is available on Android and iOS for trading, charting, and managing orders on the go. Ensure you have your trading account login and server details before downloading the app.


How to log in to MT4 mobile app

Download MT4 from the App Store, Google Play or via APK.

Open MT4 → SettingsNew AccountLogin to an existing account. Search Weltrade, select server Weltrade-Demo for demo account or Weltrade-Live for real account. Enter account number and password → Sign In.


How to switch accounts

  • Android

Open Manage Accounts. Tap the account you want to activate → enter password if asked → Sign In.

  • iOS

Open Settings. Tap the arrow next to your account to show saved accounts. Tap the account to switch.


How to add instruments in MT4 mobile trading

  • Android

Go to Quotes+. Browse groups → tap instruments to add.

  • iOS

Go to Quotes → use search bar. Tap + next to an instrument to add it.


How to remove instruments

  • Android

Tap pencil icon → tap bin icon. Select instruments (multi-select available). Tap bin icon again to confirm.

  • iOS

Tap pencil icon → select instruments → tap bin icon.


How to open an order

  • Market order

Go to Quotes → tap symbol →

  • Android: New Order

  • iOS: Trade

Set SL/TP if needed. Tap Buy or Sell.


  • Pending order

Open New Order/Trade. Tap execution type → select pending type. Set volume, price, SL, TP, expiry. Confirm order.

Follow minimum stop-level rules for SL/TP and pending price.


How to close or modify an order

Go to Trade tab → tap open order. Tap-and-hold order → Close or Modify.

  • Close Order to close

  • Adjust price/SL/TP/expiry → Modify

Notification confirms the action.


Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

What is MT4 Mobile and how is it different from desktop?

MT4 Mobile is a mobile version ofMetaTrader 4 platform that allows trading and market analysis from a smartphone or tablet. It offers core trading features optimized for touch navigation.

How do I open a trade in MT4 Mobile?

Select a trading instrument, tap Trade, set the volume, and choose Buy or Sell. The open position will appear in the Trade tab.

Can I set Stop Loss and Take Profit in MT4 Mobile?

Yes. Stop Loss and Take Profit can be set when opening a trade or by editing an existing position in the Trade section.

How do I close a trade in MT4 Mobile?

Open the Trade tab, tap the active position, and select Close Position to close the trade.

Does MT4 Mobile support pending orders?

Yes. MT4 Mobile supports pending orders, allowing you to place trades that activate automatically when the market reaches a specified price.

Can I use indicators and charts in MT4 Mobile?

Yes. MT4 Mobile includes built-in indicators and interactive charts that help analyze market trends directly from your mobile device.

Is MT4 Mobile suitable for beginners?

Yes. MT4 Mobile is beginner-friendly and designed for quick trade management and market monitoring on the go.

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