How to Change DAS Trader Chart to Candlestick Chart

Confused by chart types? One-click trade chart to candlesticks

Changing chart types isn’t rocket science—but knowing why you’re switching to candlesticks? That’s where the magic happens.

Change from Line chart to Candlestick: Understanding the Visual Difference

• Line chart only shows closing prices, creating a smooth path but missing key trade info

• Candlestick chart reveals open, high, low, and close (OHLC), packed into a single candle

• Visual difference: Candlestick charts let you spot price movement, reversals, and gaps more clearly

• Line charts = basic trend feel; Candlesticks = full trading story

• When comparing chart type efficiency, candlesticks dominate for traders who rely on visual price action

? Quick tip: If you’re trading volatile stocks, candlestick charts give you way more context than a simple line ever could.

Bar chart or Candlestick: Choosing for Better OHLC Insight

1. Bar chart basics: Shows OHLC with vertical lines and left-right ticks — great for precision

2. Candlestick chart power: Same OHLC data, but in an easier-to-read format

3. Visual impact: Candlestick bodies make trends and reversals pop instantly

4. Which gives better insight? If you're scanning for engulfing or hammer patterns — candlestick is king

5. For fast decisions, candlestick charts reduce visual fatigue compared to raw bar chart analysis

? “Candlesticks are like subtitles for price movement. Bar charts talk, but candles show emotion.” — Mateo Rivera, Technical Strategist at EasyCashBackFx

How Volume and Wicks Improve Entry Signals in Candlestick Charts

Entry signal power-up — here's how Candlestick charts pack in more intel:

• Volume + wicks = market sentiment decoder

• Long wicks: tell you about rejection zones and possible reversals

• Spikes in volume: hint at breakout or fakeout

• Combo impact: You’ll catch cleaner entries when both volume and wicks line up with your price action plan

• Best part? These entry signals work across Forex, Stocks, and even Crypto

Hot Tip: Use this with RSI or MACD and you’ll start spotting sniper entries like a pro.

Using Trendlines and Axis Scaling in Chart Interpretation

Quick Hits – Master Your Chart Reading

• Trendlines: Drawn across highs or lows, these babies show you support and resistance

• Axis scaling: Stretch your price axis for cleaner candle shapes—no more squished price action

• Price patterns: Like Double Tops or Wedges? You need the right zoom level

• Trends: Clearer trends = better trade confidence

• Support/resistance zones: Trendlines + scaling help you confirm breakout vs. bounce

? Scientific Table Example

? Don’t sleep on chart interpretation—getting the scaling right could save your trade.

3 quick steps to transform your DAS Trader trade chart into candlesticks

Get your charts from meh to meaningful in just a few clicks. This section walks you through the easiest way to make candlestick charts work for your trading.

Step 1: Accessing the Chart Window and Chart Components

• Open the DAS Trader interface and head to the top Navigation menu

• Select “Charts” > “New Chart Window.”

• Ensure Chart Components (price, volume, scale) are visible

• Use the Display tab to toggle Volume or Trendlines

• Resize/move window for multi-screen setups

Step 2: Switching Chart Type to Candlestick on the Toolbar

1. Find the Toolbar on the chart

2. Select the Chart Type icon > choose Candlestick

3. If missing, use Menu > Configuration > Chart Type

4. Bonus: Customize hotkeys for fast switching

Step 3: Adjusting Timeframes for Intraday or Swing Strategies

• Use the Interval Selector for timeframes (1-min to Weekly)

• Match your Periodicity to trading strategy

• Use customization tools to lock intervals

• Verify price flow post-change to avoid choppy data

Saving Candlestick Layouts with Indicators like RSI and MACD

• Add preferred indicators (e.g., RSI, MACD)

• Right-click > Save as Template

• Use naming conventions: “Swing-RSI-Candles,” “Scalp-MACD”

• EasyCashBackFx recommends saving multiple setups for fast swaps between assets

Why can't I see candlesticks on my DAS Trader trade chart?

This section covers all the reasons your chart might be blank, glitchy, or missing candles—and how to fix it.

Chart Not Loading? Check Your Data Feed and Screener Settings

• Confirm your data feed is active

• Verify screener settings aren’t filtering symbols

• Resize or reload chart window

• Ensure you're within market hours

"Without stable real-time market data, even the best candlestick engine won't fire." — Lee H., Engineer at EasyCashBackFx

Timeframe Conflicts: Why Tick or Minute Charts May Hide Candlesticks

• Tick/minute charts may lack enough data for OHLC

• Increase aggregation settings

• Try longer timeframes (5-min, hourly)

• Fix display conflict errors in settings

Zooming and Scaling: How Axis Errors Obscure Price and Wicks

• Tight zoom hides candles—check the price axis

• Drag the scale to expand range

• Double-click chart area to reset zoom

Missing Chart Components: Price, Body, or Volume Not Displaying

• Volume missing? Enable in Chart Components

• No price? Turn on price axis > auto-scale

• Invisible body? Check color settings (avoid matching background)

How to Fix Workspace Errors in Layouts with Trendlines and Indicators

Are You Using the Right Instrument? Stock vs. Futures vs. ETF Charting

• Stocks, ETFs, Futures require distinct data permissions

• Use correct symbol format (e.g., /NQZ5 for Futures)

• Contact broker if feed access is missing

3 key settings that affect candlestick accuracy

Selecting the Correct Timeframe: Minute, Intraday, or Daily

Aligning Candlestick Body and Wicks with True OHLC Data

“If your OHLC data isn’t real-time accurate, your candles might be telling fibs.” — Jay Kwon, DAS Trader engineer at EasyCashBackFx

• Avoid pre-market data unless part of your strategy

• Ensure real-time feed accuracy

• Missing wicks = missing ticks

Impact of Technical Indicators like Bollinger Bands and ATR on Chart Precision

• Bollinger Bands expand during volatility

• ATR helps interpret price ranges during scalping

• Incorrect settings distort candlestick interpretation

Adjusting Chart Scale and Price Axis for Realistic Pattern Recognition

• Enable auto-scale for proper candle display

• Zoom to highlight wicks and bodies

• Use clean templates for hammer, doji, and engulfing patterns

Candlestick View Made Simple

What Makes Candlestick View So Dang Simple?

Each candle shows:

• OHLC data

• Wicks (rejections)

• Bodies (momentum zones)

Why use it inside DAS Trader?

• Seamless interface toggling

• Works across all timeframes

• Integrates with tools like forex tools online and RSI/MACD

Quick Look: Candlestick View vs. Line & Bar

“We saw a 35% drop in user error once we made the candlestick view the default.” — Mason T., UI Designer at EasyCashBackFx

Conclusion

Switching to candlestick view in DAS Trader isn’t just a checkbox—it’s like cleaning the fog off your windshield before hitting the highway. You’ve now got a clearer look at the real action behind every move, not just a line scribble or random color block.

To keep riding this momentum, remember:

• Use shorter timeframes for quick trades, longer for swings

• Trendlines + volume = secret sauce

• Save templates for consistency

• Fix scaling to reveal patterns clearly

As Peter Brandt said: “Charts are just footprints of human emotion.” Now you’re following them with clarity—and cashing in smarter.

References

1. Candlestick Charting - https://www.investopedia.com/trading/candlestick-charting-what-is-it/

2. Line Chart Definition - https://www.investopedia.com/terms/l/linechart.asp

3. RSI - https://www.investopedia.com/terms/r/rsi.asp

4. MACD - https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/macd.asp

5. Bollinger Bands - https://www.investopedia.com/terms/b/bollingerbands.asp