Using Charting in Tradier Futures (CQG & Tradier Web)
In Tradier Futures (through the CQG trading and Tradier Web platforms), charts provide a visual way to view market activity, analyze data, and manage orders. This guide covers how to access, navigate, and customize charts, add studies and indicators, and place trades directly from a chart.
Accessing the Chart Tool
Open the charting tool from the platform menu.
The chart displays:
Vertical axis: Price
Horizontal axis: Time
Navigating the Chart
Action | How to Do It |
|---|---|
Reset view | Double-click anywhere on the chart |
Reset price axis | Double-click the price axis to add a draggable line; right-click the line for more options |
Change display type | Use the icon at the bottom to switch between candles, bars, lines, and other views |
Show/hide info box | Use the eye icon to toggle the info box in the top-left corner |
Adjust time frames | Click the button next to the symbol entry tool to select different time intervals |
Adding Studies and Indicators
Click the gear icon to open chart settings.
Go to the Studies tab to view available indicators.
Click the gear icon next to a study to adjust its parameters.
Placing Trades from the Chart
Right-click on the chart to open trading functions.
Select the order type (e.g., limit, stop).
Review your order ticket carefully:
Quantity
Price
Order type
Notes on Charting
Charts can help identify market trends, display different time intervals, and consolidate order entry into a single view.
If your chart view becomes difficult to read, double-click to reset it.
The info box can be a quick reference for key data as you move your cursor across the chart.
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This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Trading involves risk, including the possible loss of principal.