ChartingDrawing ToolShapes and TextPoint and Figure Vertical Count

Point & Figure Vertical Count Tool

  1. Switch to Point & Figure Chart Type:

    • Make sure your chart is set to the Point & Figure (P&F) chart type.
    • You can do this by clicking on the chart type dropdown menu and selecting “Point & Figure.”
  2. Access the Drawing Tool Bar:

    • On the chart interface, locate the drawing tool bar. This is located on the top left-hand side of the screen.
    • Click on the drawing tool bar to expand the options.
  3. Select Shapes and Texts:

    • Within the drawing tool bar, click on the section labeled “Shapes and Texts.”
    • This section contains various drawing and annotation tools that you can use on your charts.
  4. Activate the P&F Count Tool:

    • Look for the specific option named “P&F Count Tool” under the Shapes and Texts menu.
    • Click on the P&F Count Tool to activate it.
  5. Using the P&F Count Tool:

    • Click on the breakout column in your P&F chart where you want to start the count.
    • Drag the tool across the chart to select the range of the vertical column, marking the area you wish to analyze.
    • The tool will automatically calculate the vertical count and display the projected price target on the chart.
  6. Interpretation of Results:

    • The tool will provide a visual representation of the calculated price target based on the vertical count.
    • You can adjust the parameters, such as the box size and reversal value, to refine your analysis if needed.
  7. Customization and Fine-Tuning:

    • Customize the settings to match your preferred box size, scaling, and other P&F parameters to ensure the most accurate analysis.
    • Make use of additional charting tools on the platform to combine P&F analysis with other technical indicators.

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