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# InstrumentType

## Definition

Returns the type of instrument.

## Property Value

An **InstrumentType** representing the type of an instrument.

Possible values are:

* **InstrumentType.Future**
* **InstrumentType.Stock**
* **InstrumentType.Index**
* **InstrumentType.Forex**
* **InstrumentType.Cfd**
* **InstrumentType.Cryptocurrency**

## Syntax

`Instrument.MasterInstrument.InstrumentType`

## Examples

```csharp
if (Instrument.MasterInstrument.InstrumentType == InstrumentType.Future)
{
 // Do something
}
else
{
 // Do something else
}
```

## 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)