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Chapter 1 | 2 min read
Intraday Traders: Best Layouts & Tools
Intraday trading is all about timing, reaction, and clean execution.
You don’t have time for clutter or guesswork. What you need is a setup that helps you:
- Spot price action clearly
- Act quickly
- Manage trades with confidence
In this chapter, we’ll cover:
- The best TradingView layout for intraday
- Must-use indicators and tools
- Pro tips for speed and focus
Recommended Chart Layout for Intraday Traders
Timeframe | 3-min, 5-min, or 15-min | Granular enough for fast moves |
Split View | 2 or 3 charts: 5-min + 1H + Daily | Multi-timeframe context |
Theme | Dark mode (less strain) | Long screen time comfort |
Autosave ON | Every 1 min | Don’t lose setups mid-trade |
You can set this up once and save it as “Intraday Layout” for daily use.
Must-Have Indicators for Intraday
VWAP | Spot intraday support/resistance zones |
Supertrend | Clear trend direction |
Volume | Confirm moves with strong participation |
9 EMA / 21 EMA | Short-term momentum tracking |
Pivot Points | Key intraday price levels |
Optional:
- Use RSI (5 or 14) to spot quick reversal zones
- Use MACD (fast setting) to confirm trend strength
Drawing Tools to Keep Handy
Trendline | Alt + T | Entry triggers / trend channels |
Horizontal Line | Alt + H | Marking key levels |
Price Label | Right-click drawing → “Add label” | Clean visual entry/exit points |
Long/Short Position | Toolbox → “Prediction tools” | Simulated risk/reward mapping |
Pin these to your Favorites Bar for one-click access.
Power Settings for Intraday Speed
- Turn on Real-Time Bar Replay (for post-trade analysis)
- Use Alert-based setups (price + indicator alerts combo)
- Enable Magnet Mode to quickly snap drawings to candles
- Use Keyboard Shortcuts (/ for indicators, 15 + Enter to change timeframes)
Daily Workflow Example
- Start of day: Open “Intraday Layout”
- Check previous day’s highs/lows using horizontal lines
- Add VWAP and 9 EMA to each chart
- Mark first 15–30 mins of price action (range breakouts often follow)
- Set alerts above resistance or below support
- Enter trades based on your setup logic
- Use Replay Mode post-market for review
To Sum Up
For intraday traders, TradingView becomes your command center.
A clean layout, fast tools, and focused indicators can help you cut noise, act quickly, and stay in control.
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