How to close a trade on MT5
- Published on 26 June 2026
- | Updated on 23 Sept 2026
- | 1 min read
Follow the steps below to close an open trade on MetaTrader 5.
Watch the video below for a step-by-step guide on how to close a trade in MetaTrader 5 (MT5).
1. Open your MT5 platform
Open your MT5 platform.
2. Go to the Toolbox
Go to the Toolbox at the bottom of the screen.
3. Click the Trade tab
Click on the Trade tab to view your open positions.
4. Find the order you want to close
Find the order you want to close from your list of open positions.
5. Right-click and select “Close Order”
Right-click on the order and select “Close Order”.
6. Click “Close” in the order window
In the order window, click the “Close” button (yellow button) to confirm.
7. Trade closed successfully
Your trade will be closed and the result will appear in your balance.
