Identify the ticker symbol and timeframe
Check the price axis and time axis
Read the open, high, low, and close values
Understand candlestick or bar chart shapes
Note bullish and bearish candles
Look for trend direction: uptrend, downtrend, or sideways
Identify support and resistance levels
Observe volume for buying and selling strength
Spot moving averages and their crossovers
Watch for chart patterns like triangles, flags, and head and shoulders
Check for gaps in price
Compare current price to recent highs and lows
Use indicators such as RSI, MACD, and Bollinger Bands
Confirm signals with multiple indicators
Pay attention to breakout and breakdown points
Review historical context before making decisions