Easy Tech TutsHow To Enlarge Candles On Tradingview, Make Candlesticks Bigger & Bolder Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Thin, small candlesticks can make it harder to read price action, especially when you're layering on indicators like RSI, MACD, or moving averages. This guide covers increasing candle body thickness, adjusting border lines, and choosing color contrasts that work for both day and night chart themes. The same customization works whether you're on TradingView's desktop or mobile app.
01Open chart appearance settings
Access the chart settings menu where TradingView's candlestick styling options live.
02Increase candle body thickness
Adjust the body width setting so each candlestick appears larger and easier to read at a glance.
03Adjust the border lines
Fine-tune the border thickness and color around each candle to make individual candles stand out more clearly.
04Choose better color contrast
Pick colors that contrast well with your chart's background, whether you're using a light or dark theme, so bullish and bearish candles are easy to tell apart.
05Apply the same settings on mobile
If you also trade from your phone, repeat the adjustments in the mobile app so your charts look consistent across devices.
Frequently asked questions
Why do my candlesticks look too thin on TradingView?
Thin candles are usually just the default sizing, which can be adjusted through the chart's appearance settings to make them wider and bolder.
Does making candles bigger affect indicator accuracy?
No, enlarging candlesticks is purely a visual adjustment - it makes price action easier to read but doesn't change how indicators like RSI or MACD calculate.
Can I make candles bigger on the TradingView mobile app?
Yes, similar candlestick sizing and color options are available in the mobile app, though the menu layout differs slightly from desktop.
What color contrast works best for reading candlesticks at night?
Brighter, higher-contrast colors against a dark chart background tend to be easier to distinguish, which is worth adjusting separately from your day theme.
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