Use Quick Data
Instructions
You can use market data shorthand to quickly request data for stock, options, futures and forex contracts.
Use Quick Data for Stocks
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In the Contract field of a watchlist, use the format symbol pipe exchange, as in:
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IBM|SMART or DELL|ISLAND
Note: For NASDAQ listed contracts, use ISLAND as the destination.
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Use Quick Data for Options and Futures
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Enter shorthand in the Contract field using the format exchange symbol pound sign exchange as in:
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MSQJC#SMART (option) or MSFT1CU8#ONE (future)
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Use Quick Data for Forex
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Enter an FX Pair using the syntax xxx.yyy as in:
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EUR.USD.
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Additional Resources
Learn About Market Data in Trader Workstation at IBKR Campus