Speed Up Your Workflow with TradingView Keyboard Shortcuts

TradingView has become one of the most popular platforms among retail and professional traders alike, thanks to its sleek interface, real-time data, and powerful charting tools. But while many users rely heavily on its visual tools, only a fraction of them take full advantage of its keyboard shortcuts — a simple feature that can significantly increase speed, precision, and trading efficiency.

This article outlines the essential keyboard shortcuts on TradingView and how they can transform your workflow by saving precious seconds in high-pressure trading environments.

 

Why Keyboard Shortcuts Matter for Traders

In fast-moving markets, time is money — sometimes literally. The ability to quickly navigate charts, switch tools, and adjust indicators without taking your hands off the keyboard can mean the difference between catching a setup and missing it. For scalpers and day traders especially, even a few seconds saved per trade can add up over time.

Beyond speed, keyboard shortcuts:

•         Reduce reliance on mouse clicks, improving ergonomics.

•         Minimize distraction by keeping your focus on the chart.

•         Allow for seamless multi-tasking and strategy execution.

 

Core TradingView Keyboard Shortcuts You Should Master

Below is a breakdown of the most important keyboard shortcuts every trader should know, categorized by purpose:

 

🧭 Navigation Shortcuts

•         Alt + G – Go to a specific symbol instantly. Type a ticker and switch charts fast.

•         Ctrl + Alt + R – Reset chart zoom to default. Perfect after zooming in/out extensively.

•         ← / → – Scroll chart left or right. Great for reviewing price action history.

•         ↑ / ↓ – Move the chart up or down. Useful when analyzing indicators below the price.

 

✏️ Drawing Tools and Chart Marking

•         Alt + T – Trendline tool. Essential for technical analysts drawing support/resistance.

•         Alt + H – Horizontal line. Great for marking key levels or price zones.

•         Alt + V – Vertical line to mark time-based events like news releases.

•         Alt + F – Fibonacci retracement tool. Saves time when drawing retracement levels.

Tip: You can assign custom hotkeys to your favorite tools under the Hotkeys settings in the toolbar.

 

📐 Chart Management

•         Ctrl + C / Ctrl + V – Copy and paste drawings. Speeds up duplication of chart elements.

•         Delete / Backspace – Remove selected drawing quickly.

•         Ctrl + Z / Ctrl + Y – Undo/redo drawing actions. Useful during detailed technical analysis.

•         Ctrl + A (twice) – Select all drawings. Makes cleanup fast after completing a full markup.

 

🧪 Indicator and Strategy Management

•         / (Forward Slash) – Quickly search and apply indicators.

•         Ctrl + I – Open the Indicator list to remove or modify active indicators.

•         Ctrl + Alt + S – Save the current chart layout — a must before switching strategies.

 

🖥️ Multi-Chart Layout Shortcuts

For traders using TradingView’s multi-chart view:

•         Ctrl + Shift + 1/2/4 – Switch between one, two, or four-chart layouts.

•         Ctrl + Alt + ← / → – Navigate between charts in a multi-layout screen.

 

🧼 Workflow and Cleanup

•         Ctrl + Shift + C – Clear all drawings from the chart. Helps reduce clutter.

•         Ctrl + Shift + D – Duplicate current chart window. Useful for comparing multiple timeframes.

•         ESC – Deselect any tool or exit drawing mode. A quick way to reset your pointer.

 

How These Shortcuts Improve Your Efficiency

Instead of wasting time clicking through multiple menus or hunting for a specific tool, you can fluidly move through your charting workflow — switching indicators, marking levels, and adjusting layouts within seconds. This is particularly powerful if:

•         You monitor multiple assets during high-volatility events (e.g., CPI, NFP, Fed minutes).

•         You use technical patterns or levels that require frequent re-drawing.

•         You backtest or document your trades with screenshots and clean chart setups.

Keyboard mastery isn’t about being flashy — it’s about reducing friction in your analysis and execution process.

 

Pro Tips for Power Users

•         Create custom shortcuts for your most-used tools under Settings > Hotkeys.

•         Use Templates with saved indicator combinations and assign shortcuts for fast loading.

•         Combine keyboard shortcuts with TradingView Alerts to act immediately once conditions are met.

•         Sync layouts with your trading journal or idea logs — especially useful for strategy testing.

 

Final Thoughts

Efficient charting is not a luxury — it’s a competitive edge. Whether you’re a beginner trying to understand price action or a seasoned trader managing multiple positions, learning TradingView keyboard shortcuts will make your workflow smoother, faster, and more productive.

For traders who want to elevate their trading even further, automation can provide the next level of speed and precision. Systems like SMARTT can be installed on platforms like MT5 and execute trades automatically, giving you back time and reducing emotional errors. While shortcuts improve manual workflow, full automation takes you one step beyond.

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