To close an open position on MetaTrader 4 (MT4) or MetaTrader 5 (MT5), follow the steps below.
Method 1: Close a position from the Terminal / Toolbox window
Open the Terminal (MT4) or Toolbox (MT5) at the bottom of the platform.
You can open it via View → Terminal / Toolbox or by pressing Ctrl + T.
Under the Trade tab, locate the open position you wish to close.
Right-click on the position and select Close Order (MT4) or Close Position (MT5).
Alternatively, double-click on the position to open the order window.Click Close to confirm.
Method 2: Close a position using the “X” button
In the Trade tab, click the “X” icon on the far right of the position to close it instantly.
One-Click Trading
If One-Click Trading is enabled, the position will close immediately without a confirmation window.
Automatic position closure
If a Stop Loss or Take Profit has been set, the position will close automatically once the market price reaches the specified level.
Important Notes
Ensure you are logged in to the correct trading server.
Closed positions can be viewed under the Account History tab.
During high market volatility, execution may be affected.