What is a Trendline in Technical Analysis?
A trendline is one of the most fundamental tools in technical analysis. It's a straight line drawn on a price chart that connects two or more price points, helping traders identify the direction and strength of a market trend. Trendlines serve as dynamic support and resistance levels, providing visual cues for potential entry and exit points in trading.
Our free Interactive Trendline & Angle Analyzer lets you upload your own historical price data and draw trendlines directly on the chart. The tool automatically calculates the angle of each trendline and measures angles between multiple lines, helping you identify chart patterns like ascending triangles, descending wedges, and symmetrical patterns with precision.
How to Use This Trendline Drawing Tool
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Upload Your Price Data
Export OHLC (Open, High, Low, Close) data from your broker or trading platform. Upload a CSV or JSON file, or use our sample data to get started immediately.
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Select the Draw Tool
Click the "Draw" button and choose your preferred line color. You can use different colors to distinguish between support lines, resistance lines, and channel boundaries.
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Draw Your Trendlines
Click on the chart to set the starting point, then click again to set the ending point. The tool instantly calculates and displays the angle of your trendline.
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Analyze Angles and Patterns
Review the analysis table showing each line's angle, direction, and strength. When you have multiple lines, see the angles between them to identify converging or diverging patterns.
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Save and Export
Your trendlines are automatically saved to your browser. Export the chart as an image to share your analysis or include it in your trading journal.
Why Use Our Trendline Analyzer?
Intuitive Drawing
Simple click-to-draw interface. No complex tools to learn - just click twice to create a trendline.
Automatic Angle Calculation
Instantly see the angle of each trendline and the angles between multiple lines for pattern identification.
Your Own Data
Upload CSV or JSON files from any broker. Works with stocks, forex, crypto, and futures data.
Persistent Storage
All your drawings are automatically saved to your browser. Come back anytime and continue your analysis.
Privacy First
Everything runs in your browser. Your price data and analysis never leave your device.
Export Charts
Download your annotated chart as a PNG image for your trading journal or to share with others.
Understanding Trendline Angles
| Angle Range | Interpretation | Trading Implication |
|---|---|---|
| 0° - 15° | Nearly horizontal, weak trend | Consolidation phase, range-bound trading |
| 15° - 30° | Shallow angle, gradual trend | Sustainable trend, good for swing trading |
| 30° - 45° | Moderate angle, healthy trend | Ideal trend strength, reliable support/resistance |
| 45° - 60° | Steep angle, strong momentum | Strong trend but may be unsustainable |
| 60°+ | Very steep, parabolic move | Likely to correct, watch for reversal signals |