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Tutorial: Setting Up TradingView for Trading

Configure TradingView with the right indicators, layouts, and settings for efficient market analysis.

Key rules

  1. Add EMA 20, 50, 200 as default trend indicators
  2. Add RSI (14) and Volume as momentum/confirmation indicators
  3. Save as a template to apply to any new chart instantly
  4. Create a multi-pane layout: higher TF + entry TF side by side
  5. Set weekly alerts on key levels for all watchlist instruments

Step 1: Create a TradingView account (free plan sufficient to start). Step 2: Set preferred candle colours via right-click → Properties. Step 3: Add core indicators: EMA 20/50/200 (trend), RSI 14 (momentum), Volume (confirmation). Step 4: Save as a template. Step 5: Create a multi-chart layout (higher TF left, entry TF right).

Set weekly alerts on key levels for all instruments in your watchlist. This 20-minute setup saves hours of manual checking.

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