LightningChart JS Trader v.2 has been released!
This release features a new user interface, new chart types, drawing tools, and more.
New User Interface
In this release, we decided to improve how users interact with the interface and have completely redesigned the UI. Now you can find the menu on the left side of the screen.
Hiding Toolbar
It is now possible to hide the toolbar using both the UI and via code:
Example of LightningChart JS Trader Technical Analysis chart
New Chart Types
We have added more technical analysis charts including Heikin Ashi, Renko, Kagi, and Point-and-Figure charts. Also, it is now possible to select the chart type using its dedicated button in the side tool menu.
New Drawing Tools
We have added Cycle Lines and Sine Wave drawing tools. You can found these under the Patterns category in the drawing tool menu in the side bar.
More Changes
Several minor bug fixes and quality of life improvements have been implemented too.
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