Easy Tech TutsHow to Draw Horizontal Line in Tradingview Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Marking support and resistance clearly is one of the most basic but important parts of technical analysis, and TradingView makes it simple once you know where the tool lives. This guide walks through drawing a horizontal line, customizing its color and thickness, and locking it in place so it stays put. It's aimed at beginners and technical analysts who want cleaner, more precise charts.
01Select the horizontal line tool
Open the drawing tools menu in TradingView and choose the horizontal line option to activate it.
02Draw support and resistance levels
Click at the price level on your chart where you want to mark support or resistance to place the line.
03Customize color, thickness, and style
Adjust the line's appearance in the settings so it's easy to distinguish from other drawings or indicators on your chart.
04Lock and extend the line
Lock the line in place once positioned correctly, and extend it across the chart as needed for ongoing reference.
05Avoid common mistakes when drawing levels
Be careful not to place lines too loosely around price action, and revisit your levels periodically as new price data comes in.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add multiple horizontal lines to one chart?
Yes, you can add as many horizontal lines as needed to mark different support and resistance levels on the same chart.
How do I move a horizontal line after drawing it?
Click and drag the line to a new price level, as long as it isn't locked in place.
What's the benefit of locking a horizontal line?
Locking prevents the line from being accidentally moved while you continue working elsewhere on the chart.
Can I save my horizontal lines as part of a chart template?
Yes, saving your layout preserves drawings like horizontal lines so they carry over the next time you open that chart.
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