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How can I specify different colors for make_addplot?

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Description

Well...the question is in the title. I want to specify the color to use on each indicator in the make_addplot. Is this possible in one line or I need to break it in multiple lines?

Is `mpf.make_addplot(bars[["sma_10","sma_200"]],color=["red","blue"],ax=ax1)` possible? Asking because I'm getting an error if I do this.

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Start at the make_addplot entry point and reproduce the reported error with two indicators, color=["red","blue"], and ax=ax1. Trace how color is validated and applied, then inspect nearby plotting tests or documentation if available. Done means the supported behavior is clarified and, if the request is accepted, distinct colors are covered by a regression test.

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Tech stack
matplotlib, python
Domain
data-visualization
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
35/100

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