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Line Chart

Simple line connecting closing prices over time.

Structure​

  • Single line plotting only closing prices
  • No high/low/open information shown
  • Points connected sequentially by time

When To Use​

  • Long-term trend analysis
  • Reducing visual clutter
  • Quick overview of price direction
  • Beginner-friendly
  • Multiple series comparison

Advantages​

  • Clean and minimal
  • Easy to see trends
  • Low cognitive load
  • Fast to render

Disadvantages​

  • No intraday price action
  • Can't see volatility
  • Missing OHLC data
  • Lacks reversal signals

API​

chart.setChartType('line');