Download Tester for Market RTD

The Download Tester is a diagnostic tool that checks if Market RTD can successfully download and parse data from Yahoo Finance and MSN Money.

This tool helps identify issues related to connectivity, authorization, or data structure.

When to Use

Use the Download Tester if:

• Excel formulas return #N/A values.
• The rtd_LastMessage formula displays an error message.
• You want to confirm that your current session is functioning correctly.

What to Expect

When you click Go, the tool performs test API calls and displays status results:

• 200 OK – The connection was successful.
• A valid data preview – The parser is working properly.
• 429 Too many requests or other errors – Indicate blocked access or expired credentials.

Fixing Common Issues

If you see an error message like 429 Too many requests, follow these steps:

1. Open Tools → Authenticator.
2. Run the Authenticator.
3. Retry using the Download Tester.

If the issue persists, copy the log text and send it to our support team.

Sample Window

This screenshot shows typical output from a successful test, including status codes and parsed values.

How to Use

1. Select a provider or group of providers.
2. Click Go.
3. Review the log area for status messages and returned data.

No configuration is needed — the tool uses the same settings as Market RTD and reflects the current session state.