Forex traders and brokers have been using MetaTrader 4 (MT4) since its release in 2005, but in a recent press release dated May 21, 2019, MetaTrader5 (MT5) has been launched to include Eurex and CME futures.



For those not familiar with MetaTrader, it is an electronic trading platform developed by MetaQuote Software and widely used by speculative traders around the globe. Obviously popular in the Forex markets, the increased popularity in trading digital currency has now prompted brokers to offer crypto trading to their clients.



The MT5 platform gives traders several tools like real-time cryptocurrency prices, the ability to open or modify trades, as well as utilize the technical price indicators that is included in the platform.



Offering web-based, mobile, and desktop installations, we will explore the desktop installer so you get a basic understanding of MT5 and its functionalities.