How to Chart
- Nelly Garza
- Mar 19, 2023
- 2 min read

Welcome to this class on charting the stock market! In this class, we will cover the basics of charting the stock market and how you can use charts to make informed decisions about buying and selling stocks. By the end of this class, you will have a good understanding of the different types of charts, how to read them, and how to use them to your advantage.
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Part 1: Types of Charts
There are several different types of charts that you can use to track the stock market, but the most common types are line charts, bar charts, and candlestick charts. Here is a brief overview of each type:
Line Charts: These are the simplest type of chart and show the price of a stock over time as a line. They are easy to read and are useful for seeing trends over a long period.
Bar Charts: These charts show the high, low, and closing prices for a stock for a given period. They are useful for seeing how much a stock moved during a particular time frame.
Candlestick Charts: These charts are similar to bar charts but use candlesticks instead of bars to represent the stock's price movements. They are useful for showing how bullish or bearish a stock is.
Part 2: Reading Charts
Now that we've covered the types of charts, let's talk about how to read them. Here are some key things to look for when reading a chart:
Trends: Look for trends in the stock's price over time. Is it going up, down, or staying relatively flat?
Support and Resistance Levels: These are levels where the stock's price has bounced off of in the past. They can indicate where the stock might bounce off of in the future.
Moving Averages: These are lines that show the average price of a stock over a certain period. They can help identify trends and potential support and resistance levels.
Part 3: Using Charts
Let's talk about how to use charts to make informed decisions about buying and selling stocks. Here are some tips:
Look for trends: If a stock is on an upward trend, it might be a good time to buy. If it's on a downward trend, it might be a good time to sell.
Use support and resistance levels: If a stock hits a support level, it might be a good time to buy. If it hits a resistance level, it might be a good time to sell.
Consider the overall market: If the overall market is bullish, it might be a good time to buy. If it's bearish, it might be a good time to sell.
Finally,
That's it for this class on charting the stock market. We've covered the basics of charting, including the different types of charts, how to read them, and how to use them to make informed decisions about buying and selling stocks. Remember, charting is just one tool in your toolbox when it comes to investing. Make sure to do your research and consider other factors before making any investment decisions. Good luck!
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