How to Open and Customize Charts on cTrader | CTrader Charts Explained | Hola Prime

Introduction

Charts are one of the most important tools for traders, allowing analysis, strategy testing, and trade execution. This guide explains how to open, customize, and manage charts on the cTrader platform so you can create a layout that suits your trading style.

1. Opening a Chart

Go to the Trade tab in the main menu.
Select an instrument from the list or search for it (e.g., EUR/USD).
The chart opens with default settings.

Placing Orders & Workspaces

New Order button: Quickly place trades.
Save Workspace: Keep your customized chart setup.
Hide menus and panels for a larger chart view.

Multi-Chart, Single-Chart, and Free-Chart Modes

Multi-Chart Mode: Creates a grid layout for all open charts.
Single-Chart Mode: Maximizes space for one chart at a time; switch using tabs.
Free-Chart Mode: Similar to multi-chart but allows free resizing of charts.

Zoom Features

Zoom in/out using toolbar buttons or the sliding scale.
Right-click on the chart to access a zoom slider.

3. Chart Types

Display price action in six formats:

Bar Chart
Candlestick Chart
Line Chart
Dot Chart
Area Chart
High-Low-Close Chart

4. Indicators, Drawings, and Templates

Use the Function button to access indicators (organized in categories).
Manage attached indicators and drawings from the menu.
Save customized setups as templates for reuse.

5. Timeframes and Price Adjustments

Change timeframes with keyboard arrows or select from:

Standard timeframes
Tick charts
Renko bars
Range bars
Heikin Ashi

Drag the price column up or down to adjust chart scaling.

Includes:

Crosshair options: traditional, synchronized, and snapshot.
Graphic tools: trendlines, channels, Fibonacci retracements, shapes, objects, and text.
Customization: set colors and line thickness for drawings.

7. Snapshots and Price Alerts

Take a snapshot of the chart → Opens in your browser with details and links.
Set price alerts directly from the chart toolbar.

Conclusion

With cTrader’s customizable chart features, traders can manage layouts, apply technical tools, and track price movements efficiently. By learning to adjust chart types, timeframes, and analysis tools, you can build a workspace that enhances decision-making and supports your trading strategy.