To improve the speed and performance of MT5, follow these steps:
For Android mobile/iOS:1. Reduce max bars:
• Open MT5.
• Go to tools > options > charts. Lower max bars in chart and max bars in history by 50%.
2. Disable news:
• Open MT5.
• Go to tools > options > server.
• Untick enable news.
For Windows/Mac:1. Reduce max bars:
• Open MT5.
• Select tools > options > charts.
• Lower max bars in chart and max bars in history by 50%.
2. Disable news:
• Open MT5.
• Select tools > options > server.
• Untick enable news.
3. Optimize RAM:
• From the "Market Watch" window, hide unused instruments.
• Close charts not in use.
• Disable logging functions of expert advisors.
• Restart MT5 regularly.
4. Create an optimised user profile:
• Set preferences as needed.
• Save the profile via file > profiles > save as.
• Load this profile when needed.