This function retrieves real-time data from a program that supports COM automation.
RTD(progID, server, topic1, topic2, ...)
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. |
The RTD COM automation add-in must be created and registered on a local computer.
Accepts string data. Returns string data.
This function is available in Spread for Windows Forms 11.0 or later.