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Exchange Chart Usage Guide

Built-in charts provided by exchanges have a unique advantage:
they are directly integrated with order execution.

Analyze with TradingView, execute with exchange charts.
This combination is the basic workflow for many traders.


Exchange Charts vs TradingView

ItemExchange ChartsTradingView
Order Integration✅ Can place orders directly❌ Requires separate integration
Data DelayAlmost noneMay have slight delay
IndicatorsLimitedVery rich
Drawing ToolsBasicDiverse
Multi-chartLimitedAvailable with paid plan
AlertsVaries by exchangePowerful

Conclusion: Using both is most efficient.

  • Analysis: TradingView
  • Execution: Exchange charts

Binance Charts

Binance has TradingView engine built-in,
making it the most feature-rich among exchange charts.

How to Access Charts

  1. Log in to Binance
  2. Select "Trade" → "Spot" or "Futures"
  3. Check the chart area on the trading page
Binance provides TradingView-based charts.

Basic Settings

  1. Change Chart Type

    • Select candle, line, area, etc. from the top left of the chart
    • Recommended: Candle chart
  2. Select Timeframe

    • 1 minute, 5 minutes, 15 minutes, 1 hour, 4 hours, 1 day, etc.
    • Focus on the ones you use most often
  3. Add Indicators

    • Click the "Technical Indicators" button at the top of the chart
    • You can add MA, EMA, RSI, MACD, etc.
Click the Technical Indicators button to add indicators.

Binance Chart Tips

  • Full screen mode: Click the expand icon in the top right of the chart
  • Depth chart: Order book visualization, useful for identifying support/resistance
  • View chart + order panel together: Analysis and execution on one screen

Bybit Charts

Bybit, known for futures trading, also provides TradingView-based charts.

Features

  • TradingView engine built-in
  • Rich indicators
  • Drawing tools support
  • UI optimized for futures trading
Bybit provides charts optimized for futures trading.

Bybit Chart Settings

  1. Position Display: Shows current position entry price on chart
  2. Liquidation Price Display: Shows liquidation price line
  3. Order Display: Shows pending orders on chart

Enabling these features for futures trading
makes risk management much more intuitive.


OKX Charts

OKX also offers TradingView-integrated charts with professional trading features.

Features

  • TradingView engine integration
  • Advanced order types visible on chart
  • Copy trading integration
  • Multi-layout support

Useful Settings

  • Position and PnL overlay on charts
  • One-click trading from chart
  • Customize indicator templates

Common Exchange Chart Setup Tips

1. Enable Dark Mode

Most exchanges support dark mode.
Change the theme in settings.

2. View Order Book and Chart Together

The advantage of exchange charts is viewing them alongside the order book.

  • Chart: Understanding overall trend
  • Order Book: Real-time buy/sell pressure

3. Enable Volume Display

Keep volume on by default.
It's essential for judging the reliability of price movements.

4. Set Alerts (if supported)

Some exchanges like Binance support price alerts.
Set alerts at important price levels.


Workflow for Using TradingView Together

The most efficient method is to use both together.

  1. Analyze on TradingView

    • Multi-timeframe analysis
    • Draw support/resistance
    • Check indicators
    • Set alerts
  2. Execute on Exchange Charts

    • Check real-time order book
    • Execute orders
    • Manage positions

Monitor Layout Example

  • Monitor 1: TradingView (for analysis)
  • Monitor 2: Exchange (for execution)

If you only have one monitor:

  • Switch between browser tabs
  • Or split screen (50:50)

TradingView Symbols by Exchange

To view each exchange's data on TradingView:

ExchangeSymbol Example
BinanceBINANCE:BTCUSDT
BybitBYBIT:BTCUSDT
CoinbaseCOINBASE:BTCUSD
KrakenKRAKEN:BTCUSD
OKXOKX:BTCUSDT

Add the exchange name in front to view that exchange's data.


In Summary

Key points for exchange chart usage:

  1. Exchange charts are convenient for order execution
  2. TradingView is better for in-depth analysis
  3. Using both together is most efficient
  4. Make sure to configure basic settings (dark mode, volume, etc.) even on exchange charts

Using tools that fit their purpose is what matters.
Leverage the strengths of exchange charts (order integration)
while also utilizing TradingView's advantages (analysis tools).

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