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MetaTrader 5 (MT5) Setup on Mac

How to get your Profectus EAs running on Metatrader 5 if you're using an Apple/Mac device

Updated over 2 months ago

1. Download MetaTrader 5

2. Install & Open MT5

  • After downloading, install the app.

  • Launch MetaTrader 5.

3. Create Demo Account

  • From the startup screen, choose Open Demo Account.

  • Fill in basic details → account will be created in a few seconds.

4. Login to Demo Account

  • Use the login credentials (login ID, password, server) given after account creation.

  • Now you are inside MT5.

5. Access MT5 Data Folder on Mac

  1. Open Finder.

  2. Go to the top menu → Help.

  3. Type Library → click it to open.

  4. Inside Library → open Application Support.

  5. Find and click net.metaquotes.wine.metatrader5.

  6. Open drive_c.

  7. Go into Program Files.

  8. Click MetaTrader 5.

  9. Open the MQL5 folder.

  10. Click on the Experts folder.

6. Quick Access to Experts Folder

  • Drag the Experts folder into your Finder Favorites sidebar.

  • This gives quick access every time.

7. Upload Your Expert Advisors (EAs)

  • Open the Experts folder.

  • Copy or drag-and-drop your EA (.ex5) files inside.

  • Restart MT5 → your EAs will appear under Navigator → Expert Advisors.

✅ You’re now ready to run Expert Advisors (trading robots) in MetaTrader 5 on your Mac!


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