Tools & Platforms

Charting Platform

A tool used to research, visualize, and analyze price data — separate from a broker, which handles actual order execution.

A charting platform is a tool used to research, visualize, and analyze price data for stocks, indices, and derivatives — such as TradingView. It’s distinct from a broker’s platform, which handles account management and actual trade execution; many traders use both together, for complementary purposes.

See how a charting platform fits into an F&O trader’s workflow in Getting Started With TradingView: A Beginner’s Guide.