In this guide, we'll walk you through the process of installing MetaTrader 5 on a Chromebook using the Swissquote broker. MetaTrader 5 is a powerful platform for trading forex, stocks, and other financial instruments. While Chromebooks aren't typically associated with trading software, we'll show you how to leverage Linux apps support to make it possible.

Prerequisites

Before we begin, it's important to note that this tutorial is specifically for Chromebooks with an Intel or AMD CPU that support Linux Apps. Unfortunately, this method won't work on Chromebooks with an ARM64 architecture CPU.

Installation Process

Follow these steps carefully to install MetaTrader 5 on your Chromebook:

1. Enable Linux Apps on your Chromebook if you haven't already done so.
2. Open a terminal session from your app menu.
3. Run the following commands in order:

sudo dpkg --add-architecture i386
sudo apt update
sudo apt install wine winbind
winecfg
ln -s /home/$USER/.wine/drive_c /home/$USER/wine
wget https://download.mql5.com/cdn/web/swissquote.bank.sa/mt5/swissquote5setup.exe
wine swissquote5setup.exe
wine start .wine/drive_c/Program\ Files/Swissquote\ Bank\ MT5\ Client\ Terminal/terminal64.exe

Each of these commands plays a crucial role in the installation process:

• The first command adds 32-bit architecture support, which is necessary for running many Windows applications through Wine.
• The next two commands update your package lists and install Wine, a compatibility layer for running Windows applications on Linux.
• The 'winecfg' command launches the Wine configuration tool, which you may need to set up initially.
• The 'ln' command creates a symbolic link for easier access to your Wine C: drive.
• The 'wget' command downloads the MetaTrader 5 installer for Swissquote.
• The final two commands use Wine to install and then launch MetaTrader 5.

Additional Resources

For a more detailed, step-by-step guide, please refer to the video tutorial below:

We've also prepared a Google Doc with additional information that you might find helpful during the installation process.

About Swissquote and Wine

Swissquote is a Swiss banking group specializing in online financial and trading services. You can find more information about their services on their official website.

Wine, which we use in this tutorial, is a compatibility layer capable of running Windows applications on Linux. It's not an emulator, but rather translates Windows API calls into POSIX calls on-the-fly. Learn more about Wine on their official website.

Chromebook Compatibility

If you're unsure whether your Chromebook supports Linux Apps, you can check our list of all Chromebooks with Linux Apps (Crostini) support.

For those in the market for a new Chromebook, we recommend checking out our Chromebook comparison and Buyers Guide. It can help you choose a device that's perfect for your needs, including running applications like MetaTrader 5.

Conclusion

Installing MetaTrader 5 on a Chromebook might seem challenging at first, but with the power of Linux Apps and Wine, it's entirely possible. This setup allows you to leverage the portability and ease of use of a Chromebook while still accessing powerful trading tools. Remember to always trade responsibly and within your means. Happy trading!