Generally speaking there are three main chart systems used, plus variations. Heiken Ashi, Bar charts and (Japanese) Candle charts. By far the easiest visually, with excellent graphical illustration properties are ‘Candle Charts’. These charts are probably the best for beginners and many professional traders use them too. In fact there are even trading strategies based solely on the appearance of the candles. Check here: http://www.vitalstop.com/Forex/Candle-Chart-Patterns/