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-**Log Viewer**
+===== 📄 Squirrel Log Viewer =====
-**Overview**
+==== 🔍 Overview ====
-{{:software:squirrel:squirrel_log_viewer.png?400 |}}
+The **Log Viewer** in [[https://www.smikar.com/squirrel/|Squirrel]] is a powerful diagnostic and auditing tool designed for real-time visibility into system operations. It enables both administrators and support staff to monitor key activities such as:
-The Log Viewer is a key feature in Squirrel, providing real-time access to logs for monitoring and troubleshooting. It offers a user-friendly interface for viewing, filtering, and exporting log data generated during archive and restore processes.
+- Login attempts
+- Archive and restore actions
+- System-level processes
+- Errors and warnings
-**Key Features**
+By providing deep insights into event history, the Log Viewer plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of the Squirrel platform.
-  * Search Logs: Quickly find relevant logs using keywords.
+{{:software:squirrel:squirrel_log_viewer.png?400}}
-  * Event Filtering: Filter logs by event type to focus on specific actions (e.g., login, restore checks, archive actions).
-  * Date Picker: Select a specific date to view logs from that day.
-  * Pagination: Easily navigate through pages of logs.
-  * Export to CSV: Download the logs as a CSV file for external analysis or reporting.
+----
-**Interface Walkthrough**
+==== 🧰 Key Features ====
-  *   Search Bar: Enter keywords to filter log entries by content.
+The Log Viewer interface is intuitive and built for both speed and precision. It includes several tools to help you find, filter, and export log data with ease:
-  *   Event Filter Dropdown: Choose from various event types (e.g., Login, RestoreCheck, ArchiveRequest).
-  *   Date Selector: Specify a date to narrow down the logs.
-  *   Export Button: Click Export to CSV to download the current log view.
+- **🔎 Search Logs**
+  Use the keyword-based **Search Bar** to quickly find entries by username, file GUID, or action type (e.g., "archive", "restore").
-**Log Table:**
+- **📂 Event Type Filtering**
+  Narrow results using the **Event Filter Dropdown**, allowing you to focus on specific categories such as:
+  - `Info` – General operations and status messages
+  - `Warnings` – Potential issues that may require attention
+  - `Errors` – Critical failures or unsuccessful operations
-  * Timestamp: The date and time of the log entry.
+- **📅 Date Picker**
-  * Event Type: The category of the logged event (e.g., [info], [error]).
+  Select a specific day to view log entries from that date — useful for auditing and time-based troubleshooting.
-  * Details: A detailed description of the action, including user information, file GUID, site GUID, and status.
-  * Pagination Controls: Navigate between multiple pages of logs using the Previous and Next buttons.
-  * Refresh Logs: Click Refresh Logs to load the latest entries.
+- **↔️ Pagination Controls**
+  Easily navigate through large sets of log data using **Previous/Next** buttons at the bottom of the table.
+- **📥 Export to CSV**
+  Export the current log view to a `.csv` file for external analysis, audit reporting, or record keeping.
+- **🔄 Refresh Logs**
+  Click **Refresh Logs** at any time to load the most recent entries and ensure you're viewing up-to-date activity.
+----
+==== 📋 Log Table Structure ====
+The log entries are displayed in a clean, tabular format with the following columns:
+- **🕒 Timestamp**
+  The exact date and time the event occurred. Crucial for tracking activity sequences or investigating incidents.
+- **📌 Event Type**
+  Categorizes the event as Info, Warning, or Error. These tags help prioritize what needs attention.
+- **📝 Details**
+  A descriptive summary of the action taken. Depending on the event, this may include:
+  - File GUID or Site GUID
+  - Action performed (archive, restore, login)
+  - User involved
+  - Status or outcome
+Each entry tells a clear story of what occurred, when, and who initiated it.
+----
+==== 💼 Use Cases ====
+Here are some common scenarios where the Log Viewer proves invaluable:
+- **Troubleshooting Errors:** Filter for `Error` logs to identify failed archive or restore attempts.
+- **Auditing User Activity:** Track who restored or archived what — and when.
+- **File History Tracing:** Follow the timeline of a specific file by searching its GUID.
+- **System Monitoring:** Watch for signs of unusual system activity or high volume actions.
+----
+If you need help interpreting logs or exporting them for analysis, please contact [support@smikar.com](mailto:support@smikar.com).