Layout Setup, Save & Quick Search

Multi-chart layouts, sync options, saving configurations, and keyboard shortcuts.

Apr 2026 5 min read 4 sections

01 · Multi-Chart Layout O…02 · Linking Charts Toget…03 · Saving & Loading Lay…04 · Quick Search — The P…

A well-organized workspace is essential for efficient trading. TradingView's layout management lets you create, save, and sync multi-chart configurations tailored to your trading style.

From 1 chart on the free plan to 16 charts per tab on Ultimate, you can build a professional command center that rivals institutional trading desks.

Multi-Chart Layout Options

The Layout feature allows you to customize your workspace with multiple charts visible simultaneously. The number of concurrent charts depends on your subscription tier.

1Charts (Free)

4Charts (Plus)

8Charts (Premium)

16Charts (Ultimate)

Snapshot & Takeaways

Single Chart: Default view on Free plan (1 chart)

2 Charts (Essential): Side-by-side or stacked for two-timeframe analysis

4 Charts (Plus): Multi-timeframe analysis (daily, 4H, 1H, 15m)

8 Charts (Premium): Full professional trading desk setup

16 Charts (Ultimate): Maximum institutional-grade workspace

Linking Charts Together

TradingView's chart linking is a game-changer for multi-timeframe analysis. When charts are linked, changing the symbol on one chart automatically updates all linked charts.

Change the symbol once and see it reflected across your daily, hourly, and minute charts simultaneously — eliminating the tedious process of manually switching on each panel.

Sync in Layout provides complete coordination across multiple chart panels — the ultimate professional trading setup.

Snapshot & Takeaways

Symbol Sync: Type a new ticker on one chart and all panels instantly update.

Interval Sync: Lock specific charts together so they always display the exact same timeframe.

Crosshair Sync: Move your mouse on the 5-min chart and track the exact candle on your Daily chart simultaneously.

Saving & Loading Layouts

Press Ctrl+S (or Cmd+S on Mac) to save your current chart configuration. Free users can save 1 layout, while Ultimate users get unlimited saved layouts.

TradingView saves everything — your drawings, indicators, timeframes, chart arrangement, and even linked chart groups. Create multiple saved layouts for different trading strategies.

Professional Tip

Create and save separate layouts for different strategies: 'Intraday Scalping' with 4 short-timeframe charts, 'Swing Trading' with daily and weekly views, and 'Portfolio Overview' with your key holdings.

Quick Search — The Power Shortcut

The Quick Search feature (Ctrl+K or Cmd+K) is one of TradingView's most powerful time-savers. Type what you need and access any feature, setting, chart type, indicator, or drawing tool instantly.

This single shortcut can replace hundreds of menu clicks per day — it's the equivalent of a command palette in professional code editors.

Professional Tip

Press 'Ctrl+K' and type 'Dark'. You can instantly toggle dark mode without digging through the settings menu. You can do this for any indicator or tool, saving massive amounts of time.

Ctrl+K (Windows) or Cmd+K (Mac) to open Quick Search

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Written By

Rohit Singh

Mr. Chartist

With 14+ years of experience in Indian financial markets, Rohit Singh (Mr. Chartist) is a SEBI Registered Research Analyst, Amazon #1 bestselling author, and the founder of Investology — a premium trading ecosystem trusted by a 1.5 Lakh+ strong community across India.

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