Match your chart feed and time settings to your trading account so signals and candle times align.
Setup checklist:
Set TradingView timezone to UTC (or match MT4/MT5 server time)
Use the same data provider feed where possible
Use candlestick charts for precise entries/stops; Heikin-Ashi can be used for trend smoothing but may delay signals
Match timeframe and indicator settings between TradingView and your platform
Minor tick differences between providers and execution servers are normal — always use your execution platform’s price for orders.