🟢 Step 1: Introduction to Multi-Chart Layouts
The Multi-Chart Layout feature in TradingView empowers traders to monitor multiple charts simultaneously on a single screen. This powerful tool is ideal for advanced traders who rely on multi-timeframe analysis, sector comparison, or asset tracking across various instruments in real-time.
As shown in the example image below, we’ve opened four different charts:
- 🟡 RELIANCE 15-Minute Chart – used for scalping or fast intraday entries
- 🟢 Larsen & Toubro 1-Hour Chart – perfect for watching hourly trend formations
- 🔵 SRF Daily Chart – suited for swing traders tracking multi-day moves
- 🔴 HDFC Bank Weekly Chart – long-term view for identifying macro trends
This example illustrates the true power of multi-chart layouts: you can mix and match symbols and timeframes without switching tabs. Whether you’re comparing momentum across sectors or conducting top-down technical analysis, this setup makes your workflow faster and more efficient.
🟢 Step 2: Where to Find the Multi-Chart Button?
Accessing multiple charts in one window is easier than ever on TradingView. The Multi-Chart Button is located on the upper-right side of the Top Toolbar — represented by a grid icon 🗂️. Clicking it reveals a range of layout options from 1×2 up to 6×6, depending on your plan tier.
To open multiple charts:
- Go to the Top Toolbar (right-hand side)
- Click the Multi-Chart Layout Button 🗂️
- Select from various layouts: 2-grid, 4-grid, 6-grid, and more
Each chart window can then be set to a different symbol or timeframe. This is especially useful for:
- 🧠 Comparing multiple stocks in real-time
- 📈 Analyzing different timeframes for the same asset
- 💹 Watching sector performance (e.g., Banks, IT, FMCG) side by side
👉 Step 3: Choosing Your Layout (2-Grid, 4-Grid, 6-Grid, etc.)
Once you click the Multi-Chart Layout button in TradingView, you’ll see a wide range of layout options — from 1 chart to 16 charts in a single screen. Choosing the right layout depends on your trading strategy, screen size, and the number of symbols or timeframes you want to monitor.
Here’s a quick breakdown of when to use each layout option:
| 🧩 Layout | 🧠 Best For | 📌 Description |
|---|---|---|
| 2-Grid | Comparing 2 stocks or 2 timeframes | Perfect for intraday vs daily analysis, or comparing stock with an index (e.g. NIFTY vs RELIANCE) |
| 4-Grid | Scalpers / Swing Traders / Sector View | View 4 different timeframes or stocks together. E.g., 15m, 1h, Daily, Weekly for same stock |
| 6-Grid | Day Traders / Spread Traders | Track 6 symbols like BANKNIFTY, RELIANCE, HDFCBANK, TCS, INFY, and NIFTY in one glance |
| 9-Grid+ | Advanced Traders / Screeners | Ideal for monitoring multiple crypto or option instruments side-by-side; requires large screens |
These layouts can be customized further with sync options like:
- 🔗 Symbol Sync – Change all charts to the same stock
- ⏱️ Interval Sync – Apply same timeframe across all charts
- 🎯 Crosshair & Time Sync – Keep cursor and candles in perfect sync
👉 Step 4: Sync Options Across Charts
TradingView’s multi-chart layout becomes even more powerful when you use its sync features. These options help you align multiple charts so that you can analyze different timeframes, indicators, and instruments side-by-side without losing context.
Located directly below the layout grid selector, these toggles allow you to synchronize the following elements:
| 🔧 Sync Option | 🔍 What It Does | 🎯 When to Use |
|---|---|---|
| Symbol | Same stock/crypto/forex symbol across all charts | Use when you want to compare multiple timeframes for a single asset |
| Interval | Keeps the same timeframe (e.g., 1D) across charts | Use for multi-indicator testing or layout formatting across charts |
| Crosshair | Moves your cursor across all charts simultaneously | Use to align price points or candle formations easily across views |
| Time | Locks time scroll on all charts | Great for comparing reactions on different assets at the same moment |
| Date Range | Syncs zoom level and chart range across all windows | Helpful when scanning similar time periods across instruments |
👉 Step 5: Linking Symbols vs Independent Charts
When using TradingView’s multi-chart layout, you have the choice to either link all charts with the same symbol or keep them independent to display different assets side by side. Understanding this distinction is crucial for efficient chart monitoring and analysis.
Let’s explore both approaches:
| 🔗 Linked Symbols | 🪟 Independent Charts |
|---|---|
| All charts display the same instrument (e.g., NIFTY) across different timeframes. | Each chart can show a different stock, forex pair, or crypto token (e.g., NIFTY, BANKNIFTY, RELIANCE). |
| Ideal for top-down analysis (Weekly, Daily, 15m for the same stock). | Perfect for tracking correlations or sector performance across different stocks. |
| Symbol sync enabled. | Symbol sync disabled. |
| Efficient for scalping or intraday trades using multiple timeframes. | Great for traders who want a broader market view or watchlist-style setup. |
👉 Step 6: Use Cases for Different Multi-Chart Setups
Multi-chart layouts in TradingView allow traders to build powerful visual workflows based on their specific needs. Whether you’re analyzing the same stock across timeframes or comparing multiple instruments at once, the layout you choose directly enhances your decision-making speed and clarity.
| 💼 Use Case | 🧩 Recommended Layout | 🎯 Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Top-Down Timeframe Analysis One stock, multiple intervals | 4-grid layout (e.g. 1W, 1D, 1H, 15m) | See macro-to-micro structure for precise entries and exits |
| Options Trading Dashboard Same stock on different expiry chains | 3-grid horizontal layout | Monitor option price action and stock movement in sync |
| Sector Comparison Stocks from same sector | 4-grid layout (e.g. RELIANCE, ONGC, IOC, BPCL) | Track sector trends and rotate trades effectively |
| Crypto Arbitrage Same coin across exchanges | 6-grid vertical layout | Spot price differences and scalping opportunities |
| Watchlist Tracker Different instruments | 8 to 12-grid layouts (Pro+ / Premium) | Quickly analyze many charts without switching tabs |
👉 Step 7: Save and Name Multi-Chart Layouts
Once you’ve created a perfect multi-chart setup — with specific tickers, timeframes, indicators, and sync preferences — the next step is to save your layout. TradingView allows you to save, name, and reuse layouts so you can switch between different trading setups effortlessly.
Where to Find It:
- Go to the Top Toolbar
- Click the layout name near the top center (usually says “Unnamed”)
- Select “Save Layout As…”
- Give your layout a unique name like “Swing Setup” or “Option Tracker Grid”
Once saved, your layout is stored in the cloud and automatically syncs across devices (desktop, browser, and mobile). This is especially helpful when you:
- Switch between trading styles (e.g., scalping layout vs long-term chart setup)
- Use different devices for market analysis
- Reset or clean up your layout and want to restore the previous one
| 💡 Feature | 🔍 How It Helps |
|---|---|
| Named Layouts | Organize setups by strategy type (e.g., “Nifty Swing”, “Crypto Watch”) |
| Cloud Sync | Access your saved layouts from any device automatically |
| Auto Save Option | Prevents losing progress during a browser refresh or disconnection |
| Quick Switch | Move between chart layouts instantly with dropdown access |
🪜 Step 8: Plan Limitations for Multi-Chart Layouts
TradingView’s multi-chart layout is a premium feature that expands with each pricing tier. The higher the plan, the more charts you can add side-by-side in a single layout tab. Whether you’re a casual analyst or a full-time trader managing several scripts and timeframes, this feature can drastically improve your workflow.
| 📦 Plan | 🖥️ Charts Per Tab | 💸 Monthly Price (INR) | 🎯 Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | 2 charts | ₹995 | New traders and basic side-by-side charting |
| Plus | 4 charts | ₹1,995 | Intraday traders and comparison analysis |
| Premium | 8 charts | ₹3,995 | Swing/position traders managing multiple stocks |
| Expert | 10 charts | ₹8,666 | Heavy-duty technical analysts, multiple portfolios |
| Ultimate | 16 charts | ₹17,333 | Professional trading desks, F&O desk views |
🪜 Step 9: Pro Tips for Using Multi-Chart Layouts Efficiently
Here are some expert-level techniques to help you streamline your analysis using TradingView’s multi-chart layout:
- 🎯 Use Top-Down Analysis: Combine timeframes like Weekly + Daily + 1H to see macro trends and find micro entries.
- 🪞 Mix Related Symbols: For example, analyze NIFTY, BANKNIFTY, and FINNIFTY side-by-side for sector correlation.
- 📈 Watch Index + Stock: Track NIFTY50 with key heavyweight stocks like RELIANCE, HDFCBANK, and ICICIBANK.
- 🖱️ Sync Only What’s Needed: Don’t always sync everything. Try syncing only crosshairs or time while keeping different intervals.
- 📁 Save Layouts by Strategy: Name layouts like “Scalping Setup,” “Options Entry Plan,” or “Swing Scanner Grid.”
- 🔄 Refresh Weekly: Clean up unused layouts weekly and reload only the relevant symbols for focused decision-making.
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