{"id":173802,"date":"2020-07-01T13:02:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-01T17:02:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ibkrcampus.com\/trading-lessons\/getting-started-with-tws\/"},"modified":"2024-08-23T15:11:09","modified_gmt":"2024-08-23T19:11:09","slug":"getting-started-with-tws","status":"publish","type":"trading-lessons","link":"https:\/\/www.interactivebrokers.com\/campus\/trading-lessons\/getting-started-with-tws\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting Started with TWS"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In this lesson, we aim to explain some top-level concepts to help you familiarize yourself with the Trader Workstation or TWS platform. To get started, we\u2019re going to walk through these steps:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Getting Started with TWS<\/li>\n<li>Download and set-up TWS<\/li>\n<li>Mosaic Functionality<\/li>\n<li>Customize the Mosaic layout<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Install TWS<\/h3>\n<p>Install TWS on your personal computer.<\/p>\n<p>Go to the Interactive Brokers\u2019 website at IBKR.com to perform a one-time download of TWS, our Java-based trading platform. Click the Log In button at the upper right of any page, and then select Download Trader Workstation.<\/p>\n<p>Here you\u2019ll see the three available TWS versions:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>TWS Latest<\/li>\n<li>TWS<\/li>\n<li>TWS Beta<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To determine which version is right for you, hover over each option with your mouse to read a description of each one, then once you\u2019ve made your selection, click the appropriate button and select the <strong>Download<\/strong> button.<\/p>\n<p><em>Need help? Click on the link to View Installation Instructions.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Once downloaded and successfully installed, go ahead and launch Trader Workstation.<\/p>\n<h3>TWS Login Settings<\/h3>\n<p>You will be presented with the TWS log-in screen. Before you log-in, let\u2019s take a look at the available settings.<\/p>\n<p>You can select either Live Trading, or Paper Trading mode.<\/p>\n<p>For this course, we\u2019ll select a paper trading test environment to learn trading features of TWS without risk. Paper trading lets you use the full range of trading facilities in a simulated environment using real market conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Click More Options to see additional login-related settings, such as:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Switching TWS versions without downloading additional software,<\/li>\n<li>Selecting a preferred color theme for TWS &#8211; classic, dark or light,<\/li>\n<li>Defining your language setting,<\/li>\n<li>Adjusting your region and time zone, and more.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Click the help icons to learn more about these features.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve explored this screen, enter your username and password and log in.<\/p>\n<h3>Mosaic Panels<\/h3>\n<p>As you can see, the default Mosaic view inside TWS comprises a series of individual tiles or panels, that operate within a highly configurable interface.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-910 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.interactivebrokers.com\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Default-Mosaic-View.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"936\" height=\"526\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 936px; aspect-ratio: 936\/526;\"><\/p>\n<h4>Order Entry Panel<\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-913 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Order-Entry-Panel.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"936\" height=\"202\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 936px; aspect-ratio: 936\/202;\"><\/p>\n<p>To the upper left, you\u2019ll see the Order Entry window, which includes the price quote for a selected financial instrument.<\/p>\n<p>This window enables you to quickly configure a buy or sell order, which you can then submit to an exchange for execution.<\/p>\n<p>Below that, you\u2019ll see the Quote Panel, which will provide you with additional pricing and fundamental details for the selected asset.<\/p>\n<h4>Chart Panel<\/h4>\n<p>Alongside that is a Chart Window displaying a bar or line price action over a configurable time period.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-918 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/01\/Chart-Window.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"775\" height=\"540\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 775px; aspect-ratio: 775\/540;\"><\/p>\n<h4>Activity Panel<\/h4>\n<p>At the bottom of the Mosaic display is an Activity panel, where you can review open orders, completed trades and review a summary of your activity.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-924 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Activity-Panel.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"936\" height=\"190\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 936px; aspect-ratio: 936\/190;\"><\/p>\n<h4>News Panel<\/h4>\n<p>We also have the News monitor in the lower right corner, and above that is the Monitor panel, which is arguably the most important of all these windows.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-927 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/News-Panel.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"910\" height=\"344\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 910px; aspect-ratio: 910\/344;\"><\/p>\n<h4>Monitor Panel<\/h4>\n<p>Here you can display many symbols, along with a host of configurable columns containing valuable trading information.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-930 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/01\/Monitor-Panel.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"632\" height=\"540\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 632px; aspect-ratio: 632\/540;\"><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll take a closer look at the Monitor panel in a later lesson, where we will show you how to access your Portfolio tab, open multiple watchlists and even create market scanners.<\/p>\n<h3>Mosaic Tabs<\/h3>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve had a big-picture overview of the Mosaic layout, let\u2019s look at the two tabs at the lower left of TWS, which read \u201cMosaic\u201d and \u201cClassic TWS.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-931 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Mosaic-Tabs.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"736\" height=\"352\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 736px; aspect-ratio: 736\/352;\"><\/p>\n<p>The \u201cClassic TWS\u201d tab opens to a spreadsheet-like display of TWS where you can enter symbols on each line and trade. Our focus in this course, however, will be on the newer <em>Mosaic<\/em> interface.<\/p>\n<p>Next to the Classic TWS tab is a plus-sign. Click this symbol to create self-designed Mosaic tabs or access the Layout Library.<\/p>\n<p>When you click Browse beneath the Layout Library image, you\u2019ll see a myriad of pre-defined Mosaic workspace layouts based on specific workflows or instruments.<\/p>\n<h3>Mosaic Layout Library<\/h3>\n<p>You can customize these pre-defined layouts or create your own from scratch.<\/p>\n<p>You may wish to run multiple tabs inside TWS by using the Layout Library to customize your own workspace.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-932 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Mosaic-Layout-Library.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"614\" height=\"254\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 614px; aspect-ratio: 614\/254;\"><\/p>\n<p>To add a predefined layout to Mosaic, simply click the Add Layout button. Now you will see the new layout display on your screen.&nbsp; This is a popular way to access the information you frequently use.<\/p>\n<p>Each layout that you add or create is added as a tab at the bottom of the screen.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s go back to the default Mosaic tab.<\/p>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve been introduced to some essential Mosaic panels, let\u2019s take a look at the various icons on the upper right of each panel.<\/p>\n<h3>TWS Mosaic Panel icons<\/h3>\n<p>Hover above any of the icons and you\u2019ll reveal the name of each. The Question Mark icon will display a Cheat Sheet or tutorial for that specific panel.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-933 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Question-Mark-icon.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"936\" height=\"202\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 936px; aspect-ratio: 936\/202;\"><\/p>\n<p>For example, here\u2019s a Cheat Sheet for the Order Entry panel. &nbsp;Click the \u2018?\u2019 icon.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also see a gear icon, which is a shortcut to Configuration settings for each specific panel.<\/p>\n<p>When you click the gear icon in a specific tile, for instance the Monitor panel, and select Settings, the configuration window opens to the menu selections on the left for the Monitor panel.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-934 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Menu-Selections.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"936\" height=\"130\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 936px; aspect-ratio: 936\/130;\"><\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll see on the right side that you can add or remove columns on the Monitor panel.<\/p>\n<p>I will select the Position and P&amp;L grouping and add an Unrealized P&amp;L column by clicking the Add button. Simply click apply and Ok when you\u2019re done.<\/p>\n<p>The other important icon here is that little green chain-link, which enables users to group windows together.<\/p>\n<p>For example, watch what happens when you select a ticker in a Watchlist; the other panels that are part of the same color-linked group update for that ticker.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-935 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Ticker-in-a-Watchlist.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"936\" height=\"448\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 936px; aspect-ratio: 936\/448;\"><\/p>\n<h3>TWS Mosaic Panel icon \u2013 Windows grouping<\/h3>\n<p>Assign a panel to a group using the colored links on the top right of the window&#8217;s title bar.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll notice that all windows with the same color link are part of the same group.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-936 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/01\/Group.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"758\" height=\"540\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 758px; aspect-ratio: 758\/540;\"><\/p>\n<h3>TWS Mosaic &#8211; More tools<\/h3>\n<p>Let&#8217;s now switch over to the upper left of Mosaic, where you will see a New Window button.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s where you can access several additional tools.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"half aligncenter wp-image-937 size-full lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Additional-Tools.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"250\" height=\"490\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 250px; aspect-ratio: 250\/490;\"><\/p>\n<p>The windows are grouped according to Tools and Information functions &#8211; and keep in mind, that whenever you see an arrowhead, this means you can expand the display to reveal additional windows.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s add a new window to the default Mosaic layout.<\/p>\n<p>First, you will need to locate and click the Padlock icon on the upper right of Mosaic.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-938 aligncenter lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2022\/11\/Padlock-icon.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"936\" height=\"118\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 936px; aspect-ratio: 936\/118;\"><\/p>\n<p>You can always tell when the Mosaic display is in edit mode by the thick green border surrounding the entire container.<\/p>\n<p>Now you can reduce or enlarge the panels.<\/p>\n<p>And so, if you want to resize and make space for an additional panel, click and drag the edge of a tile and then reposition the added panel chosen from the New Window menu.<\/p>\n<p>When you have finished resizing and want to save your new display, just click the Padlock icon again to set the layout.<\/p>\n<h3>Account Menu<\/h3>\n<p>Next, turn your attention to the Account menu item on the upper left of Mosaic.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"half aligncenter wp-image-939 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/01\/Account-menu.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"329\" height=\"540\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 329px; aspect-ratio: 329\/540;\"><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s where you can view your Account information, such as your reports and statements, subscribe to additional market data and more.<\/p>\n<p>The Account window shows you a quick overview of your balances, margin requirements, funds available for trading and portfolio positions.<\/p>\n<p><em>For more account information, select Account Management Home. <\/em><\/p>\n<h3>TWS Mosaic Panel iBot \u2013 find answers to common questions<\/h3>\n<p>If you can\u2019t find what you\u2019re looking for, no worries, simply use iBot to help you search by typing a question into the bottom input field. iBot will help find the right answer for you.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"half aligncenter wp-image-940 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"\/campus\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2023\/01\/iBot.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"329\" height=\"540\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB3aWR0aD0iMSIgaGVpZ2h0PSIxIiB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciPjwvc3ZnPg==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 329px; aspect-ratio: 329\/540;\"><\/p>\n<h3>TWS Mosaic Help \u2013 User Guides Customer Service Info<\/h3>\n<p>You can access the Help menu to view user guides and customer service information.<\/p>\n<h3>Traders\u2019 Academy \u2013 Related Courses<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Watch: Intro to Order Types and Charts TA courses<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ve now completed the Traders\u2019 Academy TWS for Beginners Lesson 1. Look out for more lessons from this course by selecting the Education menu on the IBKR home page and choosing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.interactivebrokers.com\/en\/index.php?f=25243\">Traders\u2019 Academy<\/a>, or for additional related material, refer to the Introduction to Order Types and Introduction to Chart courses from Traders\u2019 Academy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this lesson, we aim to explain some top-level concepts to help you familiarize yourself with the Trader Workstation or TWS platform. 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