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Linear Regression Curve

This indicator plots a line that best fits the prices specified over a user-defined time period. The Linear Regression Curve is used mainly to identify trend direction and is sometimes used to generate buy and sell signals.

To apply a Linear Regression Curve Indicator

  1. From within a chart, from the Edit menu select Studies.
  2. Choose Linear Regression Curve and click Add to add the study to the Applied Studies group.
  3. Complete parameters as necessary.

Once the study is defined, you can elect to uncheck/check to remove and add the study to your chart.