How to Install TradingView Desktop on Chromebook

 Using and Installing TradingView on Chromebook

TradingView is a popular charting and market analysis platform used by traders worldwide. The good news is that Chromebooks that support Linux (Crostini) can run TradingView Desktop natively, not just through the browser. In this article, we’ll cover:

✅ How to use TradingView in the browser on Chromebook
✅ Step-by-step guide to installing TradingView Desktop via Linux (Crostini)

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📈 Using TradingView in the Browser on Chromebook

The easiest and quickest way is via the browser:

1. Open Google Chrome (the default on Chromebook).
2. Visit tradingview.com.
3. Log in to your account.
4. Click the Chart menu to start your analysis.

The web version is fully featured and runs smoothly on Chromebook—no extra installations required.

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🖥️ Installing TradingView Desktop on Chromebook

For a deeper experience, you can install TradingView Desktop. Chromebooks with Linux (Crostini) support can use the following steps:

🔧 Installation Steps

1. Enable Linux Developer Mode
First, enable Linux on your Chromebook:

• Open Chromebook Settings.
• Scroll to the bottom and select About Chrome OS.
• Under the Developer section, select Enable.
• Allocate at least 10GB of storage for Linux

2. Open the Linux Terminal

• Click the Launcher (circle in the bottom-left).
• Search for and open the Terminal app.

3. Install the official TradingView public software signing key

wget -O - https://tvd-packages.tradingview.com/keyring.gpg | sudo tee /usr/share/keyrings/tradingview-desktop-archive-keyring.gpg >/dev/null

4. Add the TradingView repository

echo "deb [arch=amd64 signed-by=/usr/share/keyrings/tradingview-desktop-archive-keyring.gpg] https://tvd-packages.tradingview.com/ubuntu/stable jammy multiverse" | sudo tee /etc/apt/sources.list.d/tradingview-desktop.list >/dev/null

5. Update the package database

sudo apt update

6. Install TradingView Desktop

sudo apt install tradingview

Done!

After installation, you can launch TradingView Desktop from your Linux apps menu in Chromebook. This app offers a smoother experience and some extra features compared to the web version.

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📝 Extra Tips

✅ Make sure your Chromebook supports Linux (Crostini). Most Chromebooks released from 2019 onward support this feature.
✅ If you get an error during sudo apt update, double-check that the repository and public key are correctly added.
✅ TradingView Desktop offers benefits like more stable notifications and better system integration.

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Tips for Common Issues

If you encounter problems during installation or gameplay on your Chromebook, here are some tips:

• Update Your Chromebook: Make sure Chrome OS is up to date by going to Settings > About Chrome OS and checking for updates.
• Check Your Internet Connection: A stable and fast connection is required to download the game files.
• Restart Your Chromebook: If errors occur during installation, restart your device and try again.
• Ensure Sufficient Storage: Make sure you have at least 10GB of free storage to run Linux and the game smoothly

🚀 Conclusion

There are two main ways to enjoy TradingView on Chromebook:

🔹 Web Version: Easy and requires no additional installation.
🔹 Desktop Version: Better performance and a more integrated, native feel through Linux.

With the above installation steps, you can easily enable TradingView Desktop and supercharge your trading activities on Chromebook. Give it a try and good luck!