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# FullName

## Definition

Indicates the full NinjaTrader name of an instrument. For futures, this would include the expiration date. The September S\&P 500 Emini contract full name is "ES 09-16".

## Property Value

A string representing the full name of the instrument.

## Syntax

`Instrument.FullName`

## Examples

```csharp

protected override void OnBarUpdate()
{
   // Print the full name (including contract month) of the configured instrument
   Print(String.Format("{0} is being used as the input series", Instrument.FullName));
}
```

## Additional Access Information

This property can be accessed without a null reference check in the **OnBarUpdate()** event handler. When the **OnBarUpdate()** event is triggered, there will always be an **Instrument** object. Should you wish to access this property elsewhere, check for null reference first. e.g. if (**Instrument** != null)