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Troubleshooting RapNet XL: Common Issues and Solutions

Troubleshooting RapNet XL: Common Issues and Solutions

RapNet XL is not downloading/installing/appearing in your Excel workbook!

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Written by Philippa Corrick
Updated this week

If you're experiencing issues with RapNet XL, this guide provides step-by-step instructions for troubleshooting common problems. Whether you're having trouble with installation, settings, or pricing calculations, you'll find solutions here.

System Requirements and Eligibility

  • Eligibility: RapNet XL is only available to users on the RapNet Buyer Pro, Dealer, and Primary Supplier plans.

  • System Requirements:

    • Microsoft Excel 2013 or higher

    • Windows 10 or higher

    • Apple Mac and Open Office are not supported.

  • RapNet XL does not work on free or student versions of Excel.


Installation Issues

RapNet XL downloaded but won't install

  • Run as Administrator: If the add-on fails to install, try running the installer as an Administrator.

    1. Download RapNet XL, but do not run it.

    2. Right-click the downloaded file and select Run as Administrator.

    3. If prompted, ask your internal admin to grant installation permissions.

    4. Restart your computer if the add-on still does not appear.

RapNet XL Not Appearing in the Menu Bar

If RapNet XL has been downloaded and installed but doesn't appear in your Excel menu, follow these steps to restore RapNet XL manually to your Excel menu:

  1. Open Excel.

  2. Go to File > Options > Add-ins.

  3. In the Manage drop-down, select COM Add-ins > Go.

  4. Check the box next to RapNet XL and click OK.

  5. Restart Excel. If this doesn’t resolve the issue, try restarting your computer or contact Tech Support.


Export and Formatting Issues

Diamond Listings Not Formatting Correctly When Exported

If your exported diamond data appears incorrectly (e.g., all data in one cell), follow these steps:

  • Excel/CSV Format Settings:

    1. Go to File > Options > Advanced.

    2. Ensure that Decimal Separator is set to a period (.) and Thousands Separator is set to a comma (,).

  • Computer Settings:

    1. Go to Control Panel > Region > Formats > Additional Settings.

    2. Set Decimal Symbol to a period (.) and Digit Grouping Symbol to a comma (,).

    3. Set List Separator to a comma (,).

  • Mac Users: Change your region to United States or United Kingdom under File > Advanced in Numbers.


Price Worksheet and Calculation Issues

Currency Not Showing as USD in Price Worksheet

To fix the currency display issue in the RapNet XL price worksheet:

  1. Change your Date, Time, and Number Format to English (United States) in your Computer Settings under Time and Language.

  2. This will adjust the currency to USD ($).

Watch this video for guidance.

Price Worksheet Not Calculating Correctly

If prices are not calculating correctly, ensure the following:

  1. Confirm that you have the latest price list by checking the date on the top right of the RapNet XL toolbar.

  2. Click Update Prices to fetch the most recent Rapaport price list.

RapNetXL for diamond prices image

If you're using a saved worksheet, click Price Worksheet to refresh the data.


Macro Error During Installation

If you encounter a Macro Error during installation:

  • Temporarily disable the firewall or antivirus software on your computer, as these can interfere with the installation process by blocking macros.

  • After installation, re-enable your firewall or antivirus.


RapNet XL Tab Missing from Excel

If the RapNet XL tab is missing in Excel:

  1. Right-click on the top-left corner of Excel and select Options.

  2. Go to Add-ins and click on COM Add-ins > Go.

  3. Check the box next to RapNet XL and click OK.

  4. Restart Excel or your computer


Using the 5ct Price for 10ct Diamonds

If you want to use the 5ct price for 10ct diamonds in the RapNet XL price worksheet:

  • This option is available when using the RapNet XL calculator.

  • If using the Fill-in Rap Price, this setting will not apply.

Updating diamond pricing specs in RapNetXL

Additional Troubleshooting

If you still encounter issues after following these steps:

  • Check for updates to RapNet XL.

  • Contact Tech Support for further assistance. You can reach us via our Support Page.

  1. Eligibility: RapNet XL add-on is only included in the RapNet Dealer and Primary Supplier plans.

  2. System Requirements: Minimal System Requirements for RapNet XL are:

    1. Microsoft Excel 2013 and higher and Windows 10 and higher.

    2. Apple Mac and Open Office are not supported

    3. RapNet XL add-on does not work on free or student versions of XL

  3. RapNet XL has been downloaded & installed but isn't appearing in the menu bar: Click here for instructions on how to manually restore RapNet XL to your Excel menu bar.

  4. RapNet XL has been downloaded but won't install: You might need to run the add-in as an Administrator.

    1. Download RapNet XL but do not run the add-on

    2. Go to your downloads > locate RapNet XL > Right Click

    3. Select Run as administrator > RapNet XL will run and install

    4. If an Administrator pop up appears, contact your internal Admin for them to give you permission to download RapNet XL

    5. If you don't see the RapNet XL add-on, restart your computer.

  5. RapNet XL tab is not appearing in my Excel workbook: Follow the steps in this article to fix it.

Note: If RapNet XL still does not appear after restarting your computer, contact us and request to talk to Tech Support.

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