What Is the Terminal Window in MT5?

The Terminal window in MT5 provides comprehensive access to trading information and account management features. This window serves as the primary interface for monitoring active trading positions and reviewing historical trading activity.

How Do I Open the Terminal?

Quick access:

• Press Ctrl + T
• Go to View > Terminal
• Click Terminal icon in the toolbar

What Information Does the Terminal Show?

• Trade Tab – View open positions, pending orders, and key details like profit/loss, swap, and commission.
• Account History – See closed trades, deposit/withdrawal records, and filter by date range.
• Additional Tabs – Access market news, price alerts, broker messages and live prices.

How Do I Manage My Trades From Terminal?

To modify open positions:

1. Right-click on any open trade
2. Select Modify or Delete Order
3. Adjust stop loss or take profit levels

To close positions:

1. Right-click on the trade
2. Select Close Order
3. Confirm the closure

To view detailed history:

1. Click the Account History tab
2. Right-click > All History for complete records
3. Export data if needed

Key Features:

• Real-time updates of profit/los
• One-click trade management
• Complete trading history