> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://takeprofit.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Platform Search

The **Symbol Search** lets you discover and add symbols to Watchlists without leaving the chart.

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* Navigate by keyboard, filter by asset class or source, and open charts instantly.
* Add instruments to Watchlists in one click, or sort them into multiple lists with a double-click.
* See all your Watchlists at the bottom of the search window and add to the **active** one with a shortcut.

## Accessing Search

There are two quick ways to open the search window:

1. **From the chart:** click the **instrument ticker icon** shown on the chart (the symbol badge).

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2. Or simply start typing anywhere on the chart.

Then:

* **Start/Continue typing** a ticker, company/asset name, or keyword. Results update instantly.
* Use the **asset-class tabs** and **All Sources** to narrow results (details below).
* Press **Esc** anytime to close the window.

**Tips**

* If keyboard arrows don’t move the selection, **click inside the search panel** to restore focus.
* To quickly add multiple symbols, **select an active Watchlist** at the bottom first, then use **Shift + Enter** as you browse.

## Browse by Asset Class

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Use the tabs to narrow results:

* **All**, **Funds**, **Equities**, **Crypto**, **Commodities**, **Forex**, **Bonds**, **Indices**

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What the tabs do:

* Show only instruments in the chosen class.
* Group related markets (e.g., **Perpetual Futures**, **Delivered Futures**, **Spot**).
* Let you expand each group with **Show more** to see all available venues.

## Sources (Exchanges & Venues)

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Use **All Sources** to limit results by venue or data provider.

* Click **All Sources** and pick a venue to **compare the same instrument** across exchanges.
* In grouped results, click **Show more** to reveal every listing for that symbol (useful for futures and crypto).

## Read a Result Card

Each result row includes:

* **Symbol & venue** (e.g., `BTC/USD.P · MEXC`)
* **Instrument type** (Perpetual Futures, Spot, Delivered Futures, etc.)
* **Last price** and currency
* **Change** (absolute and %) for quick sentiment
* **Add to Watchlist** icon
* **Show more** when multiple markets exist

## Quick Actions & Watchlists

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* **Add to default Watchlist:** **single-click** the **Add to Watchlist** icon.
* **Choose another Watchlist / create new:** **double-click** the icon to open extended options.
* **Active Watchlist bar:** at the **bottom** of the search window, you’ll see all your Watchlists.
  * Click a list to make it **active**.
  * Press **Shift + Enter** to add the highlighted instrument directly to that active list while browsing.

## Keyboard Shortcuts

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The search center is fully navigable by keyboard:

* **↑ / ↓** — Move through results
* **Tab + Space** — Jump to filters and toggle asset-class/source filters
* **Enter** — Open the selected instrument on chart (**Apply Selection**)
* **Shift + Enter** — Add the selected instrument to the **active Watchlist**
* **Esc** — Close the search

## Tips

* Comparing venues? Use **All Sources** and **Show more** within a symbol group to see every market.
* Building a thematic list? **Pick the Watchlist first** (bottom bar), then add with **Shift + Enter** as you browse.
* Need faster symbol entry? Stay in the search window and use **↑/↓ + Enter** to open, **Shift + Enter** to file to lists.

## Troubleshooting

* **No results?** Clear filters (asset class / source) and try a broader term.
* **Added to the wrong list?** Check which Watchlist is **active** in the bottom bar before adding.
* **Keys not working?** Click inside the search panel to restore focus, then use shortcuts.