# Usage & Features

**“What’s the difference between tools and playbooks?”**

Tools return specific data points fast — for example, “What’s Bitcoin’s RSI?” returns “37.2, oversold.” Playbooks orchestrate multiple tools into a comprehensive analysis — for example, “Analyze Bitcoin” returns a structured research report with technical analysis, derivatives data, market narrative, and a directional outlook. Use tools when you know exactly what you need. Use Playbooks when you’re making a decision and want the full picture.

**“How often is data updated?”**<br>

Data freshness depends on the source. Technical analysis and derivatives data are real-time, pulled directly from exchanges. On-chain metrics have a near-real-time lag of roughly 5–15 minutes. News and events are aggregated in real-time. Trending data refreshes every 5–15 minutes. Tool availability depends on your plan — if a specific tool isn’t responding, it may not be included in your current tier.

**“Can I use TrueNorth for live trading?”**

TrueNorth provides analysis and insights — it does not execute trades. It’s built for research, opportunity identification, trade setup validation, and position monitoring. For execution, use your own exchange or broker and apply your own risk management. Verify all data before acting. Past performance does not guarantee future results.