Godel Terminal starter guide (first 30 minutes)
A simple workflow to help you get value quickly. This is not official documentation—it's a practical checklist that matches how most people explore a terminal.
0) Before you start
Have a ticker in mind
Pick 1–3 tickers you follow (e.g., a large-cap stock + an ETF) to test the workflow.
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1) A quick terminal workflow
Pull a company snapshot (often via a command like DES) to confirm you're on the right symbol.
Check a concise live quote (for example with FOCUS) to see current price and change.
Open a chart view and switch timeframes (daily / intraday) to understand trend vs noise.
Search news for the ticker + keywords (earnings, guidance, SEC filing) and filter by date/source.
Use a time-and-sales view (often TAS) to watch prints and liquidity.
Check institutional holders (often HDS) and scan recent filings for catalysts.
2) Next steps
Learn the core commands
Use the commands cheat sheet to build speed.
Set up a daily routine
Pick 5 tickers, track news, and review charts at consistent times to build intuition.