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Chapter 1 | 2 min read
Pre-Market Chart Review on TradingView
What you do before the market opens often matters more than what you do after.
A simple, consistent pre-market review routine on TradingView can help you:
- Avoid impulsive trades
- Spot high-probability setups early
- Align with macro and technical context
In this chapter, we’ll outline a step-by-step framework you can follow in 15–20 minutes each morning.
Ideal Time to Start
For Indian markets:
Begin your review between 8:45 AM – 9:10 AM (before the 9:15 open)
For US markets:
Start 1 hour before the bell (8:30 AM EST)
Step-by-Step Pre-Market Review Routine
1. Review Global Cues (5 mins)
SGX Nifty or Gift Nifty | Symbol: SGXNIFTY or GIFTC1! |
US Indices Futures | ES1!, NQ1!, YM1! |
Crude Oil & Gold | USOIL, XAUUSD |
Dollar Index & USDINR | DXY, USDINR |
Check if global sentiment is risk-on or risk-off.
Note any overnight volatility.
2. Open Your Watchlist & Layouts (2 mins)
- Load your saved layout (e.g., “Intraday Setup”, “Swing Candidates”)
- Check your pre-selected watchlist
- Remove any outdated names, add fresh ones if needed
3. Analyse Index & Sector Trend (5 mins)
Open NIFTY, BANKNIFTY, MIDCAP | Spot broader trend direction |
Use 15-min and Daily timeframes | Align with both short- and medium-term |
Plot key levels (previous high/low, gaps, zones) | Identify breakout/breakdown levels |
Optional: Check sectoral indices like NIFTYIT, NIFTYFMCG, etc.
4. Run Screener or Check Alerts (3 mins)
- Run saved swing or intraday screeners
- Sort by % change pre-market (if volume data available)
- Check which alerts have already triggered or are close
This gives you a filtered list of candidates instead of hunting manually.
5. Mark Trade Levels on Candidate Charts (5 mins)
Open each shortlisted stock and:
- Mark support/resistance
- Add trendlines, zones, or gaps
- Set price alerts just above/below triggers
This becomes your “If this happens, then act” list.
Bonus Tools for Pre-Market Efficiency
Replay Mode | Quickly review how a stock moved yesterday |
Price Labels | Tag levels like “Gap Fill” or “Previous High” |
Notes | Write down trade plans or caution flags |
Alert Log | See what triggered overnight or pre-market |
To Sum Up
A pre-market review isn’t about prediction.
It’s about preparation - knowing what to look for, where to act, and what to avoid.
A calm 15-minute routine can help you trade less impulsively, react faster, and stick to your edge.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. It is not produced by the desk of the Kotak Neo Research Team, nor is it a report published by the Kotak Neo Research Team. The information presented is compiled from several secondary sources available on the internet and may change over time. Investors should conduct their own research and consult with financial professionals before making any investment decisions. Read the full disclaimer here.
Investments in securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing. Brokerage will not exceed SEBI prescribed limit. The securities are quoted as an example and not as a recommendation. SEBI Registration No-INZ000200137 Member Id NSE-08081; BSE-673; MSE-1024, MCX-56285, NCDEX-1262.
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