The Log Viewer in 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:

- Login attempts - Archive and restore actions - System-level processes - Errors and warnings

By providing deep insights into event history, the Log Viewer plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and reliability of the Squirrel platform.

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:

- 🔎 Search Logs Use the keyword-based Search Bar to quickly find entries by username, file GUID, or action type (e.g., “archive”, “restore”).

- 📂 Event Type Filtering Narrow results using the Event Filter Dropdown, allowing you to focus on specific categories such as:

1. `Info` – General operations and status messages
2. `Warnings` – Potential issues that may require attention
3. `Errors` – Critical failures or unsuccessful operations

- 📅 Date Picker Select a specific day to view log entries from that date — useful for auditing and time-based troubleshooting.

- ↔️ 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.

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:

1. File GUID or Site GUID
2. Action performed (archive, restore, login)
3. User involved
4. Status or outcome

Each entry tells a clear story of what occurred, when, and who initiated it.

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).