How to Use Indicators on TradingView
Learn how to effectively use indicators on TradingView for your trading strategies.
This is general, educational information — not investment, trading, tax, or financial advice, and not a recommendation to buy or sell anything. Any figures come from our own hypothetical, out-of-sample backtests (standard settings, realistic costs); past results do not guarantee future returns. Trading involves risk of loss. Verify everything yourself and consult a licensed professional before acting. See the methodology and full disclaimer.
Getting Started with TradingView
To use indicators on TradingView, first, you need to create an account on their website. Once you have an account, log in and navigate to the charting interface.
Adding Indicators to Your Chart
1. On the chart screen, look for the 'Indicators' button located at the top of the chart. Click on it to open the indicators menu.
2. You can search for specific indicators by typing their name in the search bar. For example, if you want to use the 'RSI' (Relative Strength Index), type 'RSI' in the search bar.
3. Once you find the indicator you want, click on it to add it to your chart. You can add multiple indicators by repeating this process.
Customizing Indicators
After adding an indicator, you can customize its settings. Click on the gear icon next to the indicator's name in the chart legend to access its settings. Here, you can adjust parameters such as length, color, and style according to your preferences.
Using Indicators for Analysis
Once your indicators are set up, you can use them to analyze price movements and identify potential trading opportunities. For example, if you are using the RSI, you might look for overbought or oversold conditions to make trading decisions.
Saving Your Setup
After customizing your chart with indicators, you can save your layout. Click on the 'Save' button at the top right corner of the screen to save your current chart setup for future use.
This is general, educational information — not investment, trading, tax, or financial advice, and not a recommendation to buy or sell anything. Any figures come from our own hypothetical, out-of-sample backtests (standard settings, realistic costs); past results do not guarantee future returns. Trading involves risk of loss. Verify everything yourself and consult a licensed professional before acting. See the methodology and full disclaimer.
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