Statistical Mapping
Statistical Mapping
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Custom Timeframes in Tradingview
27.10.2024
Edited:
08.01.2025
While the default set of timeframes is quite comprehensive on TradingView, there are times when traders need a specific timeframe that suits their strategy, such as an 9-minute or a 3-hour chart.
Note, that adding custom timeframes is not available in the free, "Basic" TradingView plan.
Setup
Step 1: Open the Chart Interface
First, navigate to your TradingView chart. This is where you'll be able to add and customize your preferred timeframes.
Step 2: Access Timeframe Options
On the top panel of your TradingView chart, locate the timeframe dropdown. By default, it displays options like 1M, 5M, 15M, 1H, etc. Click on the dropdown to reveal all available standard timeframes.
Step 3: Add a Custom Timeframe
Here you’ll find an option called “Add Custom Interval” or “Custom Timeframe” (depending on your interface version). Click on it.
Setup
Step 1: Open the Chart Interface
First, navigate to your TradingView chart. This is where you'll be able to add and customize your preferred timeframes.
Step 2: Access Timeframe Options
On the top panel of your TradingView chart, locate the timeframe dropdown. By default, it displays options like 1M, 5M, 15M, 1H, etc. Click on the dropdown to reveal all available standard timeframes.
Step 3: Add a Custom Timeframe
Here you’ll find an option called “Add Custom Interval” or “Custom Timeframe” (depending on your interface version). Click on it.
A pop-up box will appear, prompting you to enter your custom timeframe. Here, you can input any value you need, like 8 minutes (8M), 2 hours (2H), or even 45 seconds (45S) if you have a premium subscription. After entering your desired interval, click Add or Save to confirm.
To make future access convenient, you can star your custom interval. This will add it to the top of the timeframe dropdown for easy access, helping you to toggle between different charts without hassle.
A pop-up box will appear, prompting you to enter your custom timeframe. Here, you can input any value you need, like 8 minutes (8M), 2 hours (2H), or even 45 seconds (45S) if you have a premium subscription. After entering your desired interval, click Add or Save to confirm.
To make future access convenient, you can star your custom interval. This will add it to the top of the timeframe dropdown for easy access, helping you to toggle between different charts without hassle.
Using Custom Timeframes in Indicators
By applying a custom timeframe to indicators like the OHLC StatMap, you can obtain even more tailored insights that match your trading strategy.
For example, the OHLC StatMap can utilize custom intervals to show statistical high and low levels that are specifically relevant to your chosen timeframe, providing a more precise analysis that aligns with your unique market perspective.
Using Custom Timeframes in Indicators
By applying a custom timeframe to indicators like the OHLC StatMap, you can obtain even more tailored insights that match your trading strategy.
For example, the OHLC StatMap can utilize custom intervals to show statistical high and low levels that are specifically relevant to your chosen timeframe, providing a more precise analysis that aligns with your unique market perspective.