How to pass proxy authentication credentials for HTTP(S) monitor?

Where do I enter proxy authentication credentials for HTTP(S) monitor?

Q: I need to monitor external website through a proxy server which requires authentication. How do I enter proxy credentials for HTTP(S) monitor?

A: There are special fields to set proxy server access port and credentials on an HTTP(S) monitor Main tab:

HTTP Proxy Credentials

You can also select a proxy server type: HTTP or SOCKS4/SOCKS5.

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Where are HTTP proxy credentials entered?

Enter the proxy server, access port, and credentials on the HTTP(S) monitor Main tab.

Which proxy types can the HTTP(S) monitor use?

The monitor can use HTTP proxy settings as well as SOCKS4 or SOCKS5 proxy server types.

When are proxy credentials needed for a monitor?

They are needed when the monitored external website is reachable only through a proxy server that requires authentication.