Best Indicators for Intraday Trading on TradingView

Intraday trading is all about timing, precision, and quick decisions. Whether you trade Gold (XAU/USD), Nifty, Bank Nifty, or Crypto, using the right indicators on TradingView can make all the difference. In this post, I’ll share the top intraday indicators I personally use to catch the best entries and exits.

1. Relative Strength Index (RSI)

RSI helps identify overbought and oversold zones. For intraday, set RSI period to 7 or 14. A reading below 30 means oversold (possible buy), and above 70 means overbought (possible sell).

RSI strategy for intraday trading

2. Exponential Moving Average (EMA)

EMA 9, 21, and 200 are widely used by traders. EMA crossover strategies give early signals of trend reversals. For example, if EMA 9 crosses above EMA 21 on a 5-min chart, it’s often a buy signal.

3. Volume Profile (Fixed Range)

This powerful indicator shows you where most trading activity has happened. It helps identify strong support and resistance zones based on volume. Use it to find the best zones for entry or exit.

4. VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price)

VWAP is a favorite for institutional traders. Price above VWAP = bullish bias; below = bearish. Combine VWAP with RSI for powerful signals.

5. MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence)

MACD helps identify momentum and trend changes. Use on higher timeframes (15-min or 1-hour) for confirmation. Look for MACD line crossing the signal line.

💡 Bonus Tip: Combine Indicators

Never rely on a single indicator. Try combining EMA + RSI + VWAP for a solid intraday setup. Always backtest your strategy before trading real money.

📈 Example Intraday Setup (Gold 5-Minute Chart)

EMA 9/21 crossover for entry
RSI confirmation below 30 or above 70
VWAP line direction for trend confirmation

🔍 Final Words

These indicators have helped me improve my intraday accuracy and reduce false signals. I suggest trying them on paper trading before going live. TradingView makes it super easy to add and customize these indicators.

Which indicators do you use for intraday? Let me know in the comments below!

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