Indicators not showing on TradingView: causes, fixes, and pro tips

If your TradingView indicators have suddenly gone missing, don't panic. It's a common headache, and it's almost always something simple. Think of it like a misplaced TV remote—it's usually hiding in plain sight. This guide will walk you through the quick checks, deeper fixes, and good habits to get your charts back to normal, whether you're on a computer, phone, or tablet.

Quick fixes checklist

Run through this list first. You'll probably find the solution here.

• Check the "Object Tree": This is like a master list of everything on your chart. You might have accidentally hidden an indicator or sent it behind another layer. Open the Object Tree to find it and make it visible again.
• Look for the Eye Icon: Every indicator has a little eye icon next to it in the settings. If the eye is closed, the indicator is hidden. Give it a click to turn it back on.
• Bring Back the Status Line: If the numbers and readings in the top-left corner have vanished, you might have turned off the legend. Just right-click on the chart and make sure "Show Values in the Status Line" is enabled.
• Fit the Chart to Screen: Sometimes a wild price swing can push your indicator's line completely off the screen. Hitting "Fit Chart to Screen" or turning on "Auto Scale" will pull everything back into view.
• Remove and Re-add the Indicator: This is the classic "turn it off and on again" fix. It clears out any weird, temporary glitches or setting conflicts that are stopping the indicator from drawing properly.
• Hard Refresh Your Browser: If the platform is acting up, a hard refresh (Ctrl+F5 on Windows, Cmd+Shift+R on Mac) can clear out stale data and get things loading correctly again.
• Update Your App or Browser: An old version of the TradingView app, your web browser, or even your computer's graphics drivers can sometimes cause display issues. A quick update often does the trick.
• Check Your Broker's Connection: If you're using TradingView through a broker like Zerodha Kite, be aware that they use a limited set of indicators. Not everything from the main TradingView library will be available there.
• Confirm the Right Chart and Pane: It sounds obvious, but double-check that you added the indicator to the correct symbol and chart pane. It might be working perfectly, just in a different spot than you expected.

Platform	Key Consideration
Web Browser	A hard refresh (Ctrl+F5) often resolves loading issues caused by cached files.
Desktop App	Ensure the app is up-to-date through your system's settings or the app's menu.
Mobile App	Try closing and fully restarting the app if an indicator fails to load after being added.

What’s really happening

When your indicators vanish, it’s usually not because the platform is broken. More often, it's a simple visibility setting, a scaling quirk, or a minor conflict. The good news is, each of these common root causes has a straightforward fix.

It Might Just Be Hidden

Sometimes, an indicator is accidentally tucked away out of sight.

• Hidden in the Object Tree: It's easy to accidentally hide an indicator or collapse its group. To find it, open the Object Tree from the toolbar on the right. Find your indicator in the list and click the eye icon to show it again. If it’s being stubborn, try removing it and re-adding it to the chart.

• The Status Line Disappeared: If the indicator names and values are gone from the top-left corner of the chart, the legend might be toggled off. Look for a tiny plus (+) or minus (–) sign in that top-left area; clicking it will bring your data readings back into view.

Your Chart's Scale Could Be Throwing Things Off

Indicators that spike to extreme highs or lows can push the chart's scale so far that the plot lines seem to vanish.

• Plots Are Off-Screen: If you suspect this, use the Auto scale button to fit everything to your screen. Zooming out can also help. Once you can see the line again, you can adjust the scale manually to keep everything in a comfortable view.

When Indicators Don't Play Nice Together

Loading up on complex scripts and studies can sometimes cause issues.

• Conflicts Between Scripts: Multiple indicators can occasionally conflict, especially resource-heavy ones. A quick fix is to remove the problematic indicator and re-add it. If you're often running into trouble, simplifying your template by reducing the number of indicators can make your charts more responsive and reliable.

Don't Overlook Your Browser or Device

Technical glitches at the browser or device level are a common culprit.

• Browser & Cache Glitches: A corrupted browser cache or a WebGL hiccup can prevent indicators from drawing. A hard refresh (Ctrl+F5) often works, but a full cache clear is more thorough. Also, make sure JavaScript and WebGL are enabled in your browser settings and that your internet connection is stable.

• Device-Specific Quirks: Sometimes, an indicator works on your desktop but not on your phone, or vice versa. This can be due to outdated software. Try updating your TradingView app, your operating system's graphics drivers, and (for Android users) the Android System WebView. Testing on a different device can quickly tell you if the problem is with your specific setup.

A Quick Note on Broker Platforms

If you're using TradingView through your broker's website, there's one more thing to check.

• Embedded Platform Limits: Broker platforms that embed TradingView often provide a limited selection of indicators. So, if you can find an indicator on the main TradingView website but it's missing on your broker's chart, it's almost certainly due to this library difference, not a bug on your end.

Issue	Why It Happens	The Quick Fix
Hidden Indicator	Accidentally hidden in the Object Tree or its group is collapsed.	Open the Object Tree, find the indicator, and click the show (eye) icon.
Missing Status Line	The chart legend displaying names/values is toggled off.	Click the plus/minus control in the top-left chart legend to re-enable it.
Off-Screen Plots	Extreme indicator values push the chart scale far out of view.	Use the Auto scale button and zoom out to bring the plots back into view.
Indicator Conflicts	Multiple scripts conflict or consume too many resources.	Remove and re-add the indicator. Reduce the total number of active studies.
Browser & Cache	Corrupted cache or a WebGL/browser glitch stops rendering.	Clear your browser cache, do a hard reload, and ensure WebGL is enabled.
Device Behavior	Differences between desktop/mobile or outdated OS components.	Update your TradingView app, OS, and Android System WebView. Test on another device.
Broker Limitations	Your broker's platform offers a limited indicator library.	Check if the indicator is available directly on TradingView.com; if so, it's a library limit.

Step‑by‑step troubleshooting workflow

Alright, let's walk through this step by step. It's like retracing your steps to find your keys – we'll start with the simple, obvious places first before moving to the more involved fixes.

• Step 1: First, head to the Object Tree. Find your indicator group there and click "show." This is the most common fix, as it will immediately reveal any indicators or drawings that were accidentally hidden.

• Step 2: Take a quick look at the pane controls (those little icons on your chart). Check the visibility eye icon to make sure the indicator isn't just turned off for that specific price pane you're looking at.

• Step 3: Did the little legend box in the top-left corner get minimized or closed? If so, re-enable the indicator titles or values in the status line to make everything visible again.

• Step 4: Sometimes, the plot is there, but it's way off the screen. Hit the "Auto scale" or "fit to screen" button to reset the chart's scaling. This will pull everything back into view if it was compressed or off in the margins.

• Step 5: If you're still not seeing it, it might be a temporary glitch. Try removing the indicator and then adding it back fresh. This clears out any weird conflicts or a corrupted state. Let it load with its default settings before you start customizing it again.

• Step 6: Now we're getting into the "refresh" territory. Do a hard refresh in your browser (Ctrl+F5 on Windows, Cmd+Shift+R on Mac) and clear its cache. This forces the platform to grab all the latest files and can reestablish real-time data connections that the indicator needs.

• Step 7: Let's check the foundation. Make sure your browser or app is up to date. Ensure that WebGL is enabled (it's essential for chart rendering). If you're on a computer, check for graphics driver updates. On Android, make sure the "Android System WebView" is updated. These are often behind-the-scenes culprits for rendering issues.

• Step 8: Time to test the waters elsewhere. Open your chart in a different browser or on a different device. If the indicator shows up fine there, then you know the problem is specific to your original setup, not the chart itself.

• Step 9: This one is crucial if you're trading through a broker's platform. Some broker integrations don't support every single indicator. Check their documentation or try switching to the direct TradingView website to see if the indicator works there. If it does, you'll know it's a limitation of your broker's environment.

• Step 10: If you've tried all of the above and it's still not working, it's time to call in the experts. Take a clear screenshot and contact support. Be sure to tell them what device you're on, your browser or app version, and list the steps you've already tried. This gives them a huge head start on helping you.

How to Stop Your Charts from Acting Up Again

Dealing with a blank or glitchy chart is frustrating. Here’s how to make sure it doesn't become a regular problem.

• Simplify Your Charts: Sometimes, less is more. If you're using a lot of heavy indicators, try removing a few. A cleaner chart loads faster, responds quicker, and is far less likely to run into technical conflicts.
• Save Your Go-To Layout: Once you have a chart setup you love and that works reliably, save it as a template. That way, if things get messy again, you can reset your chart to a known-good state with just one click.
• Keep Your Software Updated: This is a simple but often overlooked step. Make sure your internet browser, the TradingView app, your computer's graphics drivers, and (for Android users) Android System WebView are all up to date. These updates often include important fixes for the technology that draws your charts.
• Give Things a Fresh Start: During long trading sessions, it helps to periodically clear your browser or app cache and restart it. This is especially useful right after you've made big changes to your layout or added new scripts—it clears out any temporary glitches.

Quick Fixes for Common Charting Hiccups

Sometimes, your charts and indicators can act a little glitchy. Don't worry, it happens to everyone! Here are some simple solutions for the most common problems.

• Your indicator labels are red or look like they've "gone to sleep." This is usually just a temporary state issue. A quick and easy fix that often works is to simply reload the entire chart or webpage. It's like giving it a fresh start.

• Your Volume Profile or Market Profile isn't showing up. First, try reloading the chart. If that doesn't work, double-check that you haven't accidentally toggled the indicator's visibility off (its eye icon should be open in the indicators list). Also, if you're using TradingView on another platform, make sure that platform supports all the features.

• You've lost candles or indicators after a scaling mishap. No problem! Just click the "Auto scale" or "Fit to screen" button. This will bring everything back into view. You can then zoom and pan to get the perfect view of your chart again.

• The indicator works on your laptop but not on your phone. This is often a device-specific conflict. Here's what to do:

  1. Make sure you have the latest version of the TradingView mobile app.
  2. On Android devices, also check for updates to "Android System WebView" in the Play Store.
  3. Finally, remove the indicator from your chart and add it back again using the default settings. This usually clears up any confusion.

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Deep Dive: The Visibility Triad

Ever had an indicator on your chart just vanish? It can be frustrating, like you've lost a key piece of the puzzle. Don't worry, it's almost always still there. Think of these three tools as your visibility control center for getting everything back in view.

• The Object Tree is your master checklist. This is your behind-the-scenes switchboard that lists every single drawing and indicator on the chart. The best part? It works regardless of what's actually visible on the screen right now. If you know an indicator is loaded but you just can't see it, the Object Tree is your most reliable way to find it, show it, or remove it for good.

• The Status Line controls the clarity. Sometimes, the chart looks empty because the titles and parameter values are turned off. The indicator might be plotting, but it's so faint or so far out of view that you miss it. Turning the status line back on helps you confirm two things: that the indicator is indeed loaded, and what value it's actually calculating in real-time.

• Scaling keeps everything in the picture. This is probably the most common culprit. It happens when a small input change or a switch to a different symbol pushes the indicator's output way above or below the current vertical scale of your chart. The plot is there, it's just off-screen. Resetting the scale to "Auto" and fitting it to your screen instantly brings everything back into view, letting you adjust your panes without losing track of your data.

Here's a quick summary of how they work together:

Tool	What It Solves	The Quick Fix
Object Tree	"Where did my indicator go? I can't find it anywhere on the chart."	Check the master list to show, hide, or select any item.
Status Line	"My chart looks empty, but I think the indicator might be on here."	Re-enable titles/values to confirm it's active and see its live reading.
Scaling	"My indicator was just here, and now it's gone off the edge of the screen."	Reset to Auto Scale to bring all plots back into the visible viewport.

Why Your Chart's Environment is Key to Seeing Indicators

Sometimes, your trading indicators just disappear or get stuck. Before you dig into complex settings, it's often a simple issue with your chart's environment. Here's a straightforward guide to getting things back on track.

Start with a Clean Slate: Cache and WebGL

Your browser stores temporary files (cache) to make sites load faster, but sometimes this old data can cause conflicts, making your charts look blank or frozen.

• Clear your browser cache. It's like giving your browser a fresh start.
• Ensure WebGL is enabled. This technology is crucial for rendering charts smoothly. You can usually find this in your browser's advanced settings.
• Perform a hard refresh. After clearing the cache, do a hard refresh (Ctrl+F5 on Windows, Cmd+Shift+R on Mac) to force the browser to download all the chart data again.

Keep Your Tech Up to Date

Out-of-date software is a common culprit for rendering problems.

• Update your graphics drivers. This is especially important on desktop computers. Check your graphics card manufacturer's website for the latest version.
• Update Android System WebView. For mobile users, keeping this component updated is vital for apps and browsers to display content correctly.
• Try a different browser. If an indicator is missing or laggy, quickly test it in another browser like Chrome, Firefox, or Edge. This can instantly tell you if the issue is specific to your usual browser.

Check Your Trading Platform: Embedded vs. Native TradingView

This is a really common point of confusion. The TradingView charts you see embedded on your broker's website are often not the full, complete platform.

Platform Type	What It Is	Indicator Availability
Embedded Chart	The TradingView chart built directly into your broker's website.	Limited set. Your broker chooses which indicators are available.
Native TradingView	The full, standalone platform on TradingView.com.	The entire, massive library of indicators and tools.

If you can't find a specific indicator on your broker's site, it's likely they haven't included it. Your best bet is to open the chart directly on the TradingView website, where you'll have access to everything.

By methodically checking these areas, you can usually solve the mystery of a missing indicator and get back to your analysis. Have you had this happen to you? What was the fix that worked?

Q&A: Why Your TradingView Indicators Aren't Showing Up

• Why is my TradingView indicator not appearing at all? Usually, it's not gone forever. It's probably just hidden, placed off-screen because the chart is zoomed in a certain way, or there's a temporary glitch with your browser or device's cached data. The quickest way to find it is to use the Object Tree to see if it's listed, reset your chart's scale, and do a simple refresh.

• How do I unhide an indicator fast? Look for the "Object Tree" icon on the right-hand toolbar (it looks like a list). Click it, find your indicator in the list, select it, and just hit "Show." It should pop right back into view.

• My indicator values vanished from the top-left legend. Don't worry, the indicator itself is likely still there. You just need to tell TradingView to display its info again. Look for the tiny plus (+) or minus (-) signs in the top-left corner of your chart, near where the price is. Click the plus to expand the legend and your indicator's values should reappear.

• I removed and re-added the indicator but it's still missing. When this happens, it's often a deeper hiccup with your browser. Try clearing its cache and doing a full refresh (Ctrl+F5 on Windows, Cmd+Shift+R on Mac). If it's still being stubborn, test it on a different browser or device to see if the problem follows you—this helps figure out if it's your setup or something else.

• It shows on my laptop but not on my phone. This is a common device sync issue. First, make sure your TradingView app is completely up to date. On Android devices, also check for updates to "Android System WebView." Then, try removing and adding the study again, but this time, use all the default settings to see if that fixes the rendering.

• Could my environment be limiting indicators? Yes, absolutely. If you're using TradingView through your broker's embedded platform, it might not have the full, up-to-date library of indicators that the main TradingView website offers. It's always best to check directly on the TradingView site for the widest selection.

• How do I get lost candles or plots back in view? Your chart might just be scrolled or zoomed to a spot where the indicator isn't visible. First, turn on "Auto scale" so the chart adjusts to fit everything. Then, use the "Fit to screen" button. After that, you can pan and zoom back to the area you were looking at, and the indicator's lines or dots should be right there with the price action.

• Are too many indicators a problem? They can be! Overloading your chart with indicators can sometimes cause them to conflict with each other and really slow things down. If you're having trouble, try removing a few non-essential ones, then re-add your must-haves. Often, a simpler, lighter chart works and performs much better.

Common Issue	Quick Fix
Indicator completely missing	Use the Object Tree on the right toolbar to find and show it.
Values gone from the legend	Click the +/- buttons in the top-left chart corner to expand the info.
Chart is cluttered or slow	Remove extra indicators and favor a lighter setup for better performance.

What to try next

If your charts are still looking a little bare, here's a straightforward plan to get things back on track.

• Run through the quick-start checklist: Start with the steps that fix most issues. First, open the Object Tree and make sure your indicators aren't hidden. Then, toggle the legend on and hit that Auto Scale button. This 10-step workflow is your fastest way to find missing plots.
• Do a quick health check on your setup: If the problem's still there, it's time for a little digital spring cleaning. A simple refresh and clearing your browser cache can work wonders. Also, make sure your trading app, browser, and any drivers are up to date. Testing on a different device or browser can quickly tell you if the issue is with your specific setup.
• Consider your trading platform: Are you using a broker's embedded platform? Sometimes they don't have the full library of indicators that the standalone TradingView website offers. Check if the specific indicator is available there. If not, logging into TradingView directly is your best bet for access to everything.
• Let the community know: Finally, if you found a fix, share what worked! Or, if an indicator still refuses to show up, tell us about it. Mentioning your device, browser version, and the steps you've already tried helps everyone—both community members and support staff—give you a hand much faster.

Where to Look for More Help

Sometimes, you just need to go straight to the source or find a deeper explanation from someone who's been in your shoes. If you're stuck on a TradingView issue, the resources below are the ones I personally find most reliable. They can save you a lot of time and headache.

Here's a quick table breaking down what each one is great for:

Resource	Best For...
TradingView Support	The official word. Perfect for learning how to use features like the Object Tree to find hidden drawings or manage the status line legend.
LuxAlgo Troubleshooting	A wide range of technical fixes. If you're dealing with caching problems, WebGL errors, or performance lag, check here first.
Moneysukh Guides	Clear, step-by-step tutorials on managing indicators, including handy keyboard shortcuts to speed up your workflow.
Zerodha Support	Understanding why a specific indicator might be missing, especially if you're using TradingView through a broker platform.
Community Tutorials & Reports	Real-world fixes from other users. Great for niche problems, like finding a "lost" indicator or a quick script reload trick.

These links are a fantastic starting point. Whether it's an official guide from TradingView itself or a clever workaround shared in a community forum, someone has probably already found a solution to the problem you're facing.

If you're interested in taking your TradingView skills to the next level, check out our guide on How to Add Strategy in TradingView to learn how to properly implement trading strategies alongside your indicators.

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