> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.getwhitewhale.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.
# Creating Signals
> Create custom buying signals in WhiteWhale by typing a plain-English description or browsing the Signal Library for proven templates across dozens of categories.
There are two ways to add a signal: write your own using the description box, or pick one from the Signal Library. Both start from the **Signals** page in the left nav.
## Option 1: Describe it yourself
This is the fastest way to add a signal when you already know what you're looking for.
From the Signals page, click **Add Signal** in the top right.
Type your idea in plain language — no need to format it as a question. Examples:
* *I want to know if they're hiring for marketing roles*
* *I want to know if their CEO just talked about the team needing to use AI*
* *Did they just open 2 new offices in London?*
You can describe multiple ideas at once. WhiteWhale will generate a separate signal for each one.
Click **Generate Signals**. WhiteWhale will translate your description into the question format the platform uses and show you a preview with an explanation of how it was formatted.
For each generated signal, assign a rank: **Low**, **Medium**, or **High**. This controls how prominently matching accounts surface in your queue.
Click **Add Signal**. WhiteWhale will immediately begin scanning your existing accounts and updating your queue. You'll see a loading indicator next to the new signal while the first scan runs.
## Option 2: Browse the Signal Library
If you want inspiration or aren't sure what to look for, the Signal Library generates ideas based on your specific business.
From the Add Signal panel, click **Signal Library**. WhiteWhale will surface signal ideas tailored to your ICP and sales motion.
Browse the suggestions and click into any one you want to add. For example: *Do they use Outreach?* or *Are they hiring an SDR manager?*
Assign a priority rank and click **Add Signal**. It joins your list and starts scanning immediately.
Not sure what signals to create for your ICP? See [How to Get Unique Signal Ideas](/how-to-get-unique-signal-ideas) for a full walkthrough on building a signal list from scratch.
## Related
Understand what signals are and what sources WhiteWhale monitors.
Browse the full library of signal templates.
Fix signals that are too broad, too noisy, or returning wrong results.
Build a signal list tailored to your ICP from scratch.