Our screener tools make it easy for you to find stocks and funds that match the exact characteristics that you areinterested in.
We currently have three screeners:
- Stock screener - For common stocks
- ETF screener - For ETFs
- IPO screener - For upcoming IPOs
This tutorial uses the stock screener, but the ETF and IPO screener work the same way.
The stock screener tool is very powerful. It has over 200 unique indicators and the results update in real-time asyou set the filters to the exact values you want.
Here's what the screener looks like:
How to add filters
A "filter" is an indicator that you use to narrow down the list of stocks to what you are looking for. Forexample, PE Ratio, Market Cap or Industry.
There are two main ways to add a filter:
- Search for a filter using the search box (fast!)
- Click the blue "+ Add Filters" button
Finding a filter using the search box is fastest. Just start typing and the screener will instantly suggestindicators that match your words.
After you click a filter from the list, it will show up right below.
How to set the filter value
The next step is to set the filter to a value. This is how it looks for numeric filters like the PE ratio:
The most important part is the top part, where it says "Over" and then an input box and up/down arrows:
- You can click "Over" to change it to Under, Between, Exactly or Not Zero.
- Then you put the exact value that you are looking for in the input box.
- You can change the value in the input box or click the up and down arrows.
if you are working with large numbers, you can also add K, M or B to the end of the numbers in the input box. Forexample, 10B will match 10 billion.
Most of the filters also have a list of preset values that you can choose (and then customize using the input boxif you want):
How to see all available filters
If you want to see a list of all the available filters, then click the blue "+ Add Filters" button.
This will show all of the available filters. You can narrow them down using the search box.
Click the checkbox next to each filter to apply it, then close the dialog box and set the filter values.
Reset filters
To reset a filter, click the icon next to the filter dropdown.
To remove it completely, click the icon next to the filter dropdown.
If the filter has a value, you need to click twice. First the icon and then the icon.
You can also reset/remove all the filters by clicking "Reset All Filters" or "Remove All Filters."
Other filter types
The numeric filter was described above, but there are several more types of filters.
1. Select filters
Here you can filter the stocks by one value at a time. For example, the "In Index" filter allows you to show onlystocks in the S&P500 index, Nasdaq 100 or the Dow Jones Industrial Average:
2. Multi-select filters
Here you can choose one or more values from a list of options. You can narrow down the list using the search boxor click "Select All" or "Deselect All".
Examples include Country, Industry, Sector and Exchange.
3. Date filters
Some filters are based on a date, such as the IPO Date or Ex-Dividend Date.
Filter definitions and formulas
You can see exactly how a filter/indicator is defined by hovering over the "i" icon next to the title.
The "i" icon is found in the filters list, as well as in the table column headers when you hover over them.
Change your views
The screener allows you to change the data points that are showing for the filtered stocks.
There are 7 views:
- General
- Filters - shows the values for the filters you have added
- Performance
- Analysts
- Dividends
- Financials
- Valuation
Change data points in view
It is also possible change the data points for each view by clicking the "Columns" button above the table.
These settings will be remembered in your browser for when you return to the screener.
Keep in mind that changes to the columns in the "Filters" view will not be persisted in your browser. These changedepending on what filters you add.
Reset views
You can reset a single view by toggling that view, clicking "Columns" and "Reset Selection."
In order to reset all the changes you made to your views, as well as remove all filters added, click the three-dotmenu icon above the table and clicking "Reset Screener Settings".
Export
Click the "Export" button to export all the stocks you have filtered to either Excel or CSV files.
This will export all the stocks you have filtered, with the data points in the view you have selected.
Sort
Click the table column header to sort by your indicator. Click multiple times to switch between descending,ascending and no sort.
Search
To quickly find a stock within your list of filtered stocks, use the search input box.
Either enter part of the ticker symbol or company name.
View more pages
Below the table, you can click the "Next" and "Previous" buttons to go to the next or previous page of results.
Click the dropdown to change how many stocks are shown per page.
Clicking "Show All" shows all the results without needing to click Next/Previous.
Keep in mind that if you have thousands of results, clicking "Show All" can significantly slow down the page.
Popular screens
In the "Popular Screens" dropdown, you can toggle sets of popular screens in order to find stocks that matchcertain characteristics.
For example, you can find "Dividend Growth" stocks or "IPO Last Year" which adds a set of filters that show onlythese types of stocks.
Saved screens
If you have a Stock Analysis Pro account then you can also save your filters.
For example, you might have multiple lists of filters that you want to switch between. Then you can add them assaved screens.
Full Width
On large screens, there is the option to change the screener to fill the width of the monitor.
To enable it, click on the three dot menu icon and then toggle "Full Width."
Open in Screener
Many of the lists and tables on the site have an option to open the results in the stock screener.
For example, if you are looking at the Top Gainers list, which shows the day's bestperforming stocks, then you can click "Open in Screener" to view those stocks in the stock screener.
This will open up the stock screener page and apply the filters and sorting that are used in the Top Gainers list.
For example, let's say you are interested in the best performing stocks of the day but you only want to see TopGainers that are in the S&P500.
Then you can go to the Top Gainers page, click "Open In Screener" and add the "In Index" filter.
As an expert and enthusiast, I can provide information on various topics, including the concepts used in the article you shared. Here's an overview of the concepts discussed in the article:
Screener Tools
The article introduces screener tools that make it easy to find stocks and funds that match specific characteristics. There are three types of screeners mentioned:
- Stock Screener: Used for common stocks.
- ETF Screener: Used for ETFs (Exchange-Traded Funds).
- IPO Screener: Used for upcoming IPOs (Initial Public Offerings).
Adding Filters
Filters are indicators used to narrow down the list of stocks based on specific criteria. The article explains two ways to add filters:
- Search Box: You can search for a filter using the search box by typing relevant keywords. The screener will suggest indicators that match your words.
- "+ Add Filters" Button: Clicking the blue "+ Add Filters" button displays a list of all available filters. You can choose filters from the list and apply them.
Setting Filter Values
Once a filter is added, the next step is to set the filter to a specific value. For numeric filters like the PE (Price-to-Earnings) ratio, you can set the filter value using an input box and up/down arrows. The article explains that you can change the value in the input box or use the up and down arrows. Additionally, for large numbers, you can add K (thousand), M (million), or B (billion) to the end of the numbers in the input box.
Available Filters
The article mentions that you can see a list of all available filters by clicking the "+ Add Filters" button. This will display all the available filters, which can be narrowed down using the search box. To apply a filter, you can click the checkbox next to each filter.
Resetting Filters
To reset a filter, you can click the icon next to the filter dropdown. To remove a filter completely, you need to click the icon twice. The article also mentions that you can reset/remove all filters by clicking "Reset All Filters" or "Remove All Filters."
Other Filter Types
In addition to numeric filters, the article mentions three other types of filters:
- Select Filters: These filters allow you to filter stocks by one value at a time, such as stocks in specific indexes like the S&P500 or Nasdaq 100.
- Multi-select Filters: These filters allow you to choose one or more values from a list of options, such as country, industry, sector, and exchange.
- Date Filters: Some filters are based on dates, such as IPO Date or Ex-Dividend Date.
Filter Definitions and Formulas
The article explains that you can hover over the "i" icon next to the title of a filter or indicator to see its exact definition. This can be helpful in understanding how a filter is defined and what it represents.
Changing Views
The screener allows you to change the data points that are shown for the filtered stocks. There are seven views available, including General Filters, Performance, Analysts, Dividends, Financials, and Valuation. You can change the data points for each view by clicking the "Columns" button above the table.
Exporting, Sorting, and Searching
The article mentions several additional features of the screener:
- Export: You can export the filtered stocks to Excel or CSV files.
- Sort: You can sort the table by clicking on the column headers.
- Search: You can search for specific stocks within the list of filtered stocks using the search input box.
Pagination and Popular Screens
The screener supports pagination, allowing you to navigate through multiple pages of results. You can also change the number of stocks shown per page. The article mentions a "Show All" option, but notes that it may significantly slow down the page if there are thousands of results. Additionally, the screener provides a "Popular Screens" dropdown, which allows you to toggle sets of popular screens to find stocks that match certain characteristics.
Saved Screens and Full Width
If you have a Stock Analysis Pro account, you can save your filters as "Saved Screens." This allows you to switch between multiple lists of filters. The article also mentions that on large screens, there is an option to change the screener to fill the width of the monitor.
Opening in Screener
The article explains that many lists and tables on the site have an option to open the results in the stock screener. For example, if you are looking at the Top Gainers list, you can click "Open in Screener" to view those stocks in the stock screener. This will apply the filters and sorting used in the Top Gainers list.
I hope this overview helps you understand the concepts discussed in the article. Let me know if you have any further questions!