Setting Up and Navigating TradingView

Introduction

• TradingView is a powerful and user-friendly charting software.
• Offers both a web browser version and a downloadable app.
• Recommended to use the web browser version to avoid slowing down your computer.

Getting Started

• Go to: tradingview.com.
• Create an account to access different plans: Essential, Plus, and Premium.
• Plan Details:
  • Essential: 2 charts
  • Plus: 4 charts, 10 indicators, 10,000 historical bars
  • Premium: 8 charts
• Look out for sales like last year's offer: 6 months free on an annual plan.

Market Data

• Importance: Real-time data is crucial for trading.
• Options: Select individual data or a bundle including NYSE, NASDAQ, etc.
• Verification: Ensure bundle purchase is reflected under Extra Data Subscriptions.

Customizing Charts

• Access Charts: Hover over 'Products' and click 'Super Charts'.
• Dark Mode: Recommended for a calmer view.
  • Navigate to your username, click, and select dark mode.
• Chart Settings: Change the background color and line strengths.
• Watermark: Shows the ticker and timeframe for easy reference.

Navigating the Chart

• Mouse Navigation:
  • Left to Right: Click, hold, and drag.
  • Zoom: Use mouse scroll.
• Trackpad Navigation:
  • Use two fingers to zoom in/out or enlarge.
• Recommendation: Use a mouse for faster navigation.

Screen Layouts

• Multiple Screens: Select up to four screens to view different timeframes.
• Crosshair and Symbol Settings:
  • Ensure both are turned on for synchronized viewing across screens.

Adding Timeframes

• Access and add more timeframes by clicking the day and starring desired frames.
• Common Timeframes: 15min, 30min, 1hr, 4hr, daily, weekly, monthly, etc.

Layout Sync

• Use the globe icon to sync layout settings across different screens.

Searching Tickers

• Use the magnifying glass icon to search for tickers.
• Type the company name or ticker symbol for quick access.

Toolbar Overview

• Cursor Options: Standard or Cross for precise alignment.
• Drawing Tools: Trend lines, FIB levels, patterns, and risk/reward ratio.
• Favorites Toolbar: Star frequently used tools for quick access.

Setting Alerts

• Create Alerts: Use lines or directly from the alert menu.
• Settings: Customize trigger conditions and messages.

Indicators

• Access indicators through the corresponding icon.
• Customization: Turn off unnecessary data display for clean charts.
• Templates: Save specific settings for quick application.

Organizing Tools

• Templates: Save settings for frequently used chart elements.
• Object Tree: Group and manage chart elements for organized charting.

Watchlists

• Creating Watchlists: Add tickers and organize them in sections.
• Sharing: Enable sharing and copy the link for others.

Chart Features

• Snapshots: Take and share chart images effortlessly.

Bar Replay

• Purpose: Practice strategies and learn price action by replaying historical data.
• Usage: Jump to specific points and play bars at different speeds.

Additional Features

• Earnings and Analysis: Access company performance and analysis ratings.
• Personalization: Customize every aspect of your charts to suit your trading needs.

Conclusion

• TradingView is highly customizable and enhances trading efficiency.
• Experiment with settings to find what best suits your trading style.
• Utilize resources like DMs or forums for additional help.