Recommendations for a stock price 'gadget' sought

[GRoston]

All,


I am a Windows 7 user and am resisting, as much as possible, the switch to Windows 10. One feature of Windows 7 that I enjoy is gadgets (and I only use very few). One that I use is the Fidelity Market Monitor Desktop Gadget and it has worked great for more than a decade.


Until about 10 days ago when it simply stopped showing any data. After a few calls, I learned that it is no longer supported. Ugh.


Anyway, I am now looking for a super simple program to show the current stock prices of about 18 stocks, mutual funds, etc. No, I do not actively invest/day trade, I just like to know what the current asset prices are. So, if you could recommend something, please do! Thanks.

 

[Snick]

Hi GRoston,

Bummer on the not supported!

Appears as though the below will work for you. I googled Market Monitor Desktop Gadget

Stock Meter - Windows 7 Desktop Gadget



Snick

 

[GRoston]

Thanks but...
1) This seems to be limited to a total of six securities and if displays a whole lot more than just the price
2) Just tried installing it, but it showed no data. Are you using it?

 

[Snick]

GRoston

No I'm not using it. I'm on Windows 10 X64 Home. I simply located a replacement for your defunct program. I'm dual booting Win7x64 Home premium & Win10x64 Home!

Have you perused the options/choices from their website? Apparently not. I read the entire website if/when I download a program or app that I am not familiar with. I would do that now but I'm not in Win7.

From their website
How To Install Windows 7 Gadgets

You may have to uninstall and reinstall to access options!

Pertinent part
5. Adjust and configure the settings of the gadget When the gadget is installing there may be some options that you need to change. These are usually given as choices so just choose the ones that will best suit your needs. Once you have configured these settings, the gadget will continue installing and when it has finished you can then enjoy the features of your selected Windows 7 gadget!