Custom Timeframes in TradingView

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 a 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.

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 Statistical Mapping°

Each of the three timeframe rows in Statistical Mapping° accepts any TradingView timeframe, including the custom intervals you created. That way you get Distribution and Manipulation levels for exactly the period your strategy is built on, for example a 3-hour or 90-minute candle.

Keep in mind that your chart timeframe must be equal to or lower than the largest timeframe you select in the indicator. If you want a row to follow a specific time of day instead, use a session row or the custom daily anchor. All row options are described in the StatMap° v4 Settings Reference.