Trend Line – Part 1

A trend line is a straight line drawn on a chart that connects two or more significant price points (swing highs or swing lows) to show the overall market trend.

It helps traders:

  • See the trend direction
  • Identify entry and exit points
  • Spot trend continuation or reversal

In greater detail
  1. Uptrend Line (Bullish Trend)
    • Price tends to bounce upward from the line
    • Drawn by connecting higher lows
    • Acts as support
      • Market is making higher highs & higher lows
  2. Downtrend Line (Bearish Trend)
    • Drawn by connecting lower highs
    • Acts as resistance
    • Price tends to move downward from the line
      • Market is making lower highs & lower lows
  3. Horizontal Trend Line (Sideways Market)
    • Drawn across equal highs or equal lows
    • Represents support or resistance
    • Indicates range-bound (consolidation) market
      • No clear trend

Why Trend Lines Matter

  • Simple and visual
  • Works in stocks, forex, crypto, commodities
  • Combines well with:
    • Support & resistance
    • Candlestick patterns
    • Indicators (RSI, MA, Volume)

Key Tip ⚠️

A trend line is a guide, not a guarantee. Always wait for confirmation before trading.