Spread Formula Reference
RTD
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This function retrieves real-time data from a program that supports COM automation.

Syntax

RTD(progID, server, topic1, topic2, ...)

Arguments

This function has the following arguments:

Argument Description
progID Refers to the name of the ProgID of a registered COM automation add-in that has been installed on the local computer.
server Refers to the name of the server where the add-in is. Leave the argument blank if this is run locally.
topic1 The topic1 argument is required. Subsequent topics are optional. There can be 1 to 253 parameters that represent a unique piece of real-time data.

Remarks

The RTD COM automation add-in must be created and registered on a local computer.

Data Types

Accepts string data. Returns string data.

Version Available

This function is available in Spread for Windows Forms 11.0 or later.