MT5 Orders Not Executing – How to Fix It?

2 min. readlast update: 04.03.2025

Possible Reasons:

  • Insufficient margin

  • Market closed or restricted trading hours

  • Incorrect order type

Troubleshooting Steps:

  1. Check Your Margin

    • Go to Trade > Terminal and check your available margin.

    • If the margin is too low, reduce lot size or add more funds.

  2. Verify Market Hours

    • Go to Market Watch > Right-click on Symbol > Specification to check the trading schedule.

    • Some assets may be closed during weekends or holidays.

  3. Confirm Order Type

    • Ensure you’re using the correct order type:

      • Market Order – executes instantly.

      • Pending Order – must meet specific price conditions.

  4. Check for Trading Restrictions

    • Some accounts may have trading restrictions (e.g., leverage limits or region-based restrictions).

  5. Try a Different Symbol

    • If a specific symbol isn’t executing, test another asset to see if the issue is platform-related.

💡 Tip: If the issue continues, check with your broker to see if there are any account-specific restrictions.


MT5 Charts Not Updating – How to Fix It?

Common Causes:

  • Slow internet connection

  • Data feed issues

  • Outdated platform

Fixing the Issue:

  1. Refresh the Chart

    • Right-click on the chart and select Refresh.

  2. Check Your Internet Connection

    • Ensure you have a stable connection.

  3. Switch to a Different Timeframe

    • Sometimes, switching timeframes forces the chart to reload.

  4. Re-login to Your Account

    • Go to File > Login to Trade Account and re-enter your credentials.

  5. Clear the Chart History & Cache

    • Go to File > Open Data Folder > History and delete old files.

    • Restart MT5 afterward.

💡 Tip: If Afterprime is having a server issue, you may need to wait until it's resolved.

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