How to Use Thinkorswim Sharing Links - Thinkscript Installation Tutorial

Today, I wanted to do a quick tutorial to show you how to use Thinkorswim’s sharing or import links. This is particularly useful if you’ve purchased any scripts from our website. We deliver these scripts via Thinkorswim import links. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to use these links, ensuring you’re familiar with them.

Importing a Scan

Getting the Link:
- You’ll receive links that look like this: [insert link].
Direct Import:
- In some browsers, you can simply click the link, and Thinkorswim will automatically import it. A confirmation page will appear; click confirm to complete the import.
Alternate Import Method:
- If the direct import doesn’t work due to browser security features, you can use an alternate method:
  - Copy the link.
  - Go to the Thinkorswim platform.
  - Click on the Setup menu in the top right corner.
  - Select Open Shared Item.
  - Paste the link.
  - Click Preview, then Open.
  - Rename the scan if needed.
  - Exit the separate window and load the scan from the Load scan query menu.

Importing a Custom Column

Getting and Copying the Link:
- Similar to scans, you need to copy the column link provided.
Import the Column:
- Go to the Setup menu.
- Select Open Shared Item and paste the link.
- Click Preview, then Open.
- Rename this custom column appropriately and click OK.
Activate the Column:
- Right-click on the column header.
- Select Customize.
- Move your new column from Available Columns to Active Columns.
- Click OK to finalize.

Importing an Indicator

Getting and Copying the Indicator Link:
- Copy the indicator link you received.
Paste and Import:
- Go to the Setup menu and select Open Shared Item.
- Paste the link and click Preview.
- Rename the indicator suitably and click OK.
Applying the Indicator:
- Navigate to your chart.
- Go to the Studies shortcut or menu option.
- Search for your new indicator and add it to your chart.

Importing a Strategy

Obtaining and Copying the Strategy Link:
- Copy the strategy link provided.
Importing the Strategy:
- Go to the Setup menu and select Open Shared Item.
- Paste the link and click Preview.
- Rename the strategy accordingly and click OK.
Applying the Strategy:
- Navigate to Edit Studies.
- Switch to the Strategies sub-tab.
- Search for your new strategy and apply it.

Additional Tips

Finding Imported Items:
- Studies: Found in the Studies menu.
- Strategies: Found in the Strategies sub-tab.
- Columns: Right-click any column header, click Customize, and locate it in Available Columns.
- Scans: Found in Personal scan menus or the Load scan query in Stock Hacker.

By following these steps, you can easily import any Thinkorswim scripts delivered to you. If you have any questions, please contact us via email on our website. Thanks for visiting and watching the tutorial.

Keywords

Thinkorswim
Sharing Links
Thinkscript Installation
Import Links
Scans
Custom Columns
Indicators
Strategies
Setup Menu
Open Shared Item

FAQ

Q1: What if my browser can’t import the link directly? A1: Copy the link and paste it into the Open Shared Item in the Setup menu on Thinkorswim.

Q2: How do I find scanned results after importing a scan? A2: You can find them in the Personal scan menus in the sidebar or under Load scan query in the Stock Hacker.

Q3: How can I customize the time frame for a custom column? A3: Right-click the column header, select Edit Formula, and adjust the time frame accordingly.

Q4: Where do imported strategies appear in Thinkorswim? A4: Imported strategies appear in the Strategies sub-tab under Edit Studies.

Q5: What should I do if I can’t find my imported indicator? A5: Go to the Studies menu or shortcut, and search for the indicator by its name.