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HLC Area Chart

Area-based visualization of High, Low, and Close range.

Structure​

  • Filled area showing high-low range
  • Close line within the area
  • No open price shown

Visual Pattern​

  • Wide area: High volatility
  • Narrow area: Low volatility, consolidation
  • Close near high: Bullish pressure
  • Close near low: Bearish pressure

When To Use​

  • Volatility visualization
  • Range-bound market analysis
  • Quick momentum assessment
  • Screening large datasets

Interpretation​

  • Expanding area: Increasing volatility
  • Contracting area: Decreasing volatility, potential breakout
  • Close near extremes: Strong directional bias
  • Close middle: Indecision

API​

chart.setChartType('hlcArea');

Comparison​

ChartVolatility VisibilityDirectional Clarity
CandlestickModerateHigh
HLC AreaHighModerate
BarModerateHigh