Intraday data with the Downloader

How to download historical intraday data with the downloader?

The Downloader is used for collecting historical EOD data.

However, you can use it to set up a local intraday chart to collect current intraday data. These files could eventually build up the historical data, over time. There are a few draw-backs, there is a 14 character symbol limit, you cannot collect any history, as it has to be accumulated over time and if at any time you lose your internet connection you will have gaps in the data.

You will need to create local intraday securities to collect the data. To create the local intraday files, follow the instructions below:

- Start the Downloader, select FILE | NEW | SECURITY

- Set the folder path to the location on the hard drive where you want to store and collect the data

- Type in the name and symbol in the given sections

- Set the Periodicity to intraday and set the interval to 1 minute (or the desired periodicity)

- It will ask you if you want to create the folder. Click Yes.

- Next it will ask if you want to select this folder for real-time updates, Click Yes.