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Chart Drawing Tools and Note Types

This page lists every chart annotation type available in MyLinedChart, including line tools, shape tools, Fibonacci tools, and text/note types.

Last updated: May 1, 2026

Line and Level Tools

Use these for trend structure, levels, channels, and directional price planning.

Type	Internal Key	Typical Use
Trend Line	`namedTrendLine`	Map directional bias and swing structure.
Horizontal Line	`horizontalLine`	Mark support, resistance, or key levels.
Vertical Line	`verticalLine`	Flag timing events or session markers.
Cross Line	`crossLine`	Mark both price and time at one anchor point.
Parallel Channels	`parallelChannel`	Track trend corridors and pullback zones.
Straight Line	`straightLine`	Draw basic two-point structure lines.
Ray Line	`rayLine`	Project structure forward from a starting point.
Segment	`segment`	Draw bounded structure between two exact points.
Horizontal Straight Line	`horizontalStraightLine`	Set fixed horizontal references.
Vertical Straight Line	`verticalStraightLine`	Set fixed vertical timing references.
Horizontal Ray Line	`horizontalRayLine`	Project horizontal level context into future bars.
Vertical Ray Line	`verticalRayLine`	Project vertical timing context into the chart.
Horizontal Segment	`horizontalSegment`	Mark a horizontal level across a limited range.
Vertical Segment	`verticalSegment`	Mark a vertical timing region across a limited range.
Parallel Straight Line	`parallelStraightLine`	Build simple parallel level structure.
Price Channel Line	`priceChannelLine`	Track range width and directional channel behavior.
Price Line	`priceLine`	Mark a specific price reference quickly.
Simple Tag	`simpleTag`	Drop short labels on key chart spots.
Simple Annotation	`simpleAnnotation`	Attach lightweight context to a level or point.

Use these for retracement-based level planning.

Type	Internal Key	Typical Use
Fib Retracement	`fibRetracement`	Map pullback zones and likely reaction levels.

Use these for visual framing, zones, and custom markup.

Type	Internal Key	Typical Use
Line	`shapeNativeLine`	Draw flexible custom lines in shape mode.
Rectangle	`shapeNativeRect`	Mark supply, demand, and consolidation zones.
Circle	`shapeNativeCircle`	Highlight pivot regions and reaction clusters.
Arc	`shapeNativeArc`	Draw curved structure or path emphasis.
Polygon	`shapeNativePolygon`	Outline custom multi-point chart regions.
Path	`shapeNativePath`	Draw free-form paths for custom visual notes.
Text	`shapeNativeText`	Place free-positioned text directly on chart shapes.
Arrow	`shapeArrow`	Call out directional intent and scenario flow.

Use these to keep setup context, narrative, and execution notes on-chart.

Type	Internal Key	Typical Use
Text Box	`text`	Write freeform chart context and reminders.
Note	`note`	Capture structured setup comments and observations.
Price Note	`priceNote`	Attach notes near specific price action.
Price Label	`priceLabel`	Show concise labels at key prices.
Callout	`callout`	Emphasize important decisions and trigger zones.
Flag Mark	`flagMark`	Tag recurring setup states or watch conditions.

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What are chart annotation types?

Chart annotation types are the drawing, shape, and note tools you use to mark levels, structure, and decisions directly on the chart.

Does MyLinedChart support Fibonacci annotation types?

Yes. MyLinedChart includes Fib Retracement as a native chart annotation type.

Where can I see all drawing tools and note types in one place?

This page is the complete reference list for all supported chart annotation types in the app.

Why does this list matter for export and workflow consistency?

Using consistent annotation types makes chart context cleaner to review, reuse, and export across sessions.