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How can I change my chart type in MT5?
To change the chart type in MetaTrader 5 (MT5) desktop, select the asset from the market watch, right-click and choose "chart window" or drag it to an open chart. Use the chart type icons on the top toolbar or keyboard shortcuts: Alt+1 for bar chart, Alt+2 for candlestick chart, and Alt+3 for line chart. If icons aren't visible, enable charts under View Toolbars.
Steps to open a chart
Step
Action
1
Open Market Watch.
2
Select the product you want to view.
3
Right-click the product and select Chart Window, or drag the product into an open chart window.
Chart type shortcuts
Chart type
Shortcut
Description
Bar chart
Alt + 1
Displays price movement as bars.
Candlestick chart
Alt + 2
Displays price movement using Japanese candlesticks.
Line chart
Alt + 3
Displays price movement as a line chart.
Important notes
Different chart types display the same market movement in different visual formats.
Candlestick charts are commonly used to view open, high, low, and close price information.
Chart type selection does not affect trade execution.
