How to Use TradingView: Complete Guide
TradingView is the most popular free charting platform. Here’s how to use it effectively.
Getting Started
1. Create Account
- Go to tradingview.com
- Create free account
- Verify email
2. Navigate Interface
Top Bar:
- Symbol search
- Timeframes
- Indicators
- Full-screen
Left Sidebar:
- Chart tools
- Drawing tools
Right Sidebar:
- Watchlist
- Details
Bottom:
- Chart navigator
Chart Setup
Essential Indicators to Add
1. Press Ctrl+I or click indicator button
2. Search and add:
SMA (Simple Moving Average):
- Length: 50
- Color: Green
SMA (Simple Moving Average):
- Length: 200
- Color: Red
RSI:
- Length: 14
Chart Timeframes
| TF | Use |
|---|---|
| Monthly | Long-term direction |
| Weekly | Main trend |
| Daily | Swing trades |
| 4H | Entry timing |
| 1H | Intraday |
Key Features
1. Symbol Search
Click symbol box → Type pair (e.g., EURUSD) → Select from dropdown
2. Drawing Tools
| Tool | Use |
|---|---|
| Trend line | Draw trends |
| Horizontal line | S/R levels |
| Rectangle | Highlight areas |
| Text | Notes |
| Fibonacci | Retracements |
3. Indicators
Press Ctrl+I or:
- Click indicator button
- Search by name
- Adjust settings
- Apply
Saving Your Setup
Templates
- Click chart
- Save as template
- Name it
- Load on new charts
Pro Tips
Tip 1: Multiple Charts
Open same pair in different timeframes:
- Daily (direction)
- 4H (setup)
- 15min (entry)
Tip 2: Drawing Profiles
Save your S/R levels as named templates
Tip 3: Alerts
Right-click → Set alert on any price level
TradingView Shortcuts
| Key | Action |
|---|---|
| Ctrl+Z | Undo |
| Ctrl+Y | Redo |
| Ctrl+D | Duplicate |
| Delete | Remove object |
| Space | Fullscreen |
Mobile App
TradingView works same on mobile. Download from App Store/Play Store for:
- Chart monitoring
- Alerts
- Watchlists
Master TradingView, master your charts.