.mq5
| File Type |
 MQL5 Source Code File |
| File Format |
Proprietary (MetaQuotes Software) |
| Usage |
Open manually; may run a program or script when opened |
| Popularity |
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ Average |
| Description |
An MQ5 file is a source code file that contains MetaQuotes Language 5 (MQL5) code. It serves as an executable program for MetaTrader, an online trading platform.
MQ5 files can be opened and edited by MetaEditor, an tool used to create automated trading systems for MetaTrader. MQL5 code may includes classes, variables, functions, and comments that can be compiled into an EX5 file.
Important: The MQ5 file format was introduced with MetaTrader 5. The previous version saved files with an .MQ4 extension.
 About MetaQuotes Software MetaTrader
MetaTrader is a trading platform used for analyzing and trading stock, futures, Forex, and Contracts for Difference (CFDs). The software includes technical analysis tools and allows users to create customized automated trading systems.
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| Open With |
| Windows |
 MetaQuotes MetaTrader
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| macOS |
MetaQuotes MetaTrader |
| Unix |
MetaQuotes MetaTrader |
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| Updated |
September 28, 2016 |
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