
There are several ways to hide candles in TradingView. One method is to right-click on the chart, select Settings, choose Symbol from the drop-down menu under Chart Settings, and then disable every item on the list. Another way is to use the “Hide Active Candle” feature, which is a Pine Script indicator that ghosts the active bar on your chart, reminding you to wait for its closure before making any trading decisions. This feature also allows for customization, such as choosing a dark or light theme and specifying the number of seconds before the bar closes when the current candle becomes visible. Additionally, there are scripts available that adjust the transparency of extended-hour candles, emphasizing regular trading hours and making it easier to mark precise key market levels.
| Characteristics | Values |
|---|---|
| Reason | To avoid making hasty decisions based on active bars that have not yet closed |
| Solution | "Hide Active Candle" |
| How to hide | Right-click on the chart, select "Settings", choose "Symbol" under "Chart Settings" and disable every item in the list |
| Customization | Countdown seconds left, bull candle color, bear candle color, equal candle color, theme, and custom hidden color |
| Script | Pine Script |
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What You'll Learn

Right-click on the chart, then select 'Settings'
To hide active candles in TradingView, right-click on the chart, then select "Settings" from the context menu. This will open a new window with various customisation options for your chart.
In the "Chart Settings" section of the "Settings" menu, you will find an option called "Symbol". Selecting this will reveal a list of items that can be enabled or disabled. To hide all active candles, you must disable every item in this list. This will ensure that the Hide Active Candle feature is fully utilised.
The "Hide Active Candle" feature is particularly useful for disciplined traders who want to avoid making impulsive decisions based on active bars that have not yet closed. By masking the active candle, this feature reminds traders to exercise patience and make decisions based on confirmed information. It is designed to work optimally with candlestick charts.
In addition to hiding active candles, the "Settings" menu offers further customisation options to personalise your trading experience. You can choose between a dark or light theme, and customise the mask colour of the active candle to suit your preferences.
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Choose 'Symbol' from the drop-down menu
To hide candles in TradingView, you can utilise the “Hide Active Candle” feature, which is a Pine Script indicator designed to ghost the active bar on your chart. This tool is particularly useful for traders who want to avoid making impulsive decisions based on active bars that are still open. By obscuring the active candle, it encourages traders to wait patiently for its closure before taking any action.
To access the "Hide Active Candle" feature, follow these steps:
- Right-click on your chart and navigate to "Settings."
- Within the "Chart Settings" section, select "Symbol" from the drop-down menu.
- To fully utilise the "Hide Active Candle" functionality, disable every item on the list.
The "Hide Active Candle" script offers a degree of customisation to suit individual trader preferences. You can adjust the following parameters:
- Countdown seconds left: This allows you to specify the number of seconds before the bar closes and the current candle becomes visible.
- Bull candle colour: You can select the colour representing bullish candles on your chart.
- Bear candle colour: Choose the colour that indicates bearish candles.
- Equal candle colour: Define the colour for Doji star candles.
Additionally, you can customise the theme and mask colour. Opting for a dark or light theme will ensure that the active candle mask aligns with your chosen theme. Personalising the mask colour further enhances your trading environment and improves your decision-making process.
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Disable every item in the list
To disable every item in the list, follow these steps:
- Right-click on your chart and select "Settings".
- From the drop-down menu, choose "Symbol" under the "Chart Settings" section.
- Disable every item in the list to fully utilize the "Hide Active Candle" feature.
The Hide Active Candle tool is designed to prevent traders from making impulsive decisions based on active bars that have not yet closed. It serves as a reminder to exercise caution and make trading decisions based on confirmed information.
In addition to hiding active candles, you can customize the settings to suit your preferences. For example, you can specify the countdown seconds left before the current candle becomes visible, select colours for bullish and bearish candles, and personalize the mask colour of the active candle.
Another script provided by Vilks23 adjusts the transparency of extended-hour candles, emphasizing regular trading-hour candles and making it easier to mark precise key market levels.
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Customise your settings
To customise your settings, right-click on your chart and select "Settings". From the drop-down menu, choose "Symbol" under the "Chart Settings" section. You can disable every item in the list to fully utilise the capabilities of "Hide Active Candle".
The ""Hide Active Candle" feature allows you to tailor the settings to your specific needs. You can adjust the countdown seconds left, specifying the number of seconds before the bar closes when the current candle becomes visible. You can also select the colours for bullish and bearish candles, as well as define the colour for Doji star candles.
Additionally, you can choose between a dark or light theme, and personalise the mask colour according to your preferences. Fine-tuning these settings can create a trading environment that suits your style and improves your decision-making process.
Another script provided by Vilks23 adjusts the transparency of extended-hours candles, emphasising the candles of regular trading hours. This script also includes the functionality to define trading hours and mark the opening and closing times of the session with vertical lines.
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Choose a theme
To hide candles in TradingView, you can use the “Hide Active Candle” feature, which is a Pine Script indicator designed to ghost the active bar on your chart. This tool helps disciplined traders avoid making impulsive decisions based on active bars that have not yet closed.
When utilizing the "Hide Active Candle" feature, you have the option to choose between a dark or light theme for the active candle mask. This customization allows you to create a trading environment that aligns with your preferences and enhances your decision-making process.
To access the theme settings, follow these steps:
- Right-click on your chart and select "Settings."
- In the drop-down menu, choose "Symbol" under the "Chart Settings" section.
- Customize the theme by selecting either the dark or light option. You can also personalize the mask color according to your preferences.
By choosing a theme that suits your style, you can tailor the "Hide Active Candle" feature to your specific needs and create a more focused and efficient trading experience. Remember to use a candlestick chart for optimal utilization of this feature.
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Frequently asked questions
To hide candles in TradingView, right-click on your chart and select "Settings". Then, choose "Symbol" from the drop-down menu under "Chart Settings" and disable every item on the list.
"Hide Active Candle" is a tool that ghosts the active bar on your chart, reminding you to wait for its closure before making any trading decisions.
You can adjust the countdown seconds left, the bull candle colour, the bear candle colour, and the equal candle colour for Doji star candles. You can also choose a dark or light theme and customise the hidden colour.
You can adjust the transparency of extended hours candles by using a script. This emphasises the candles of regular trading hours and makes it easier to mark key market levels.











































