Custom WP Log

Custom WP Log is a WordPress plugin that provides an enhanced logging system with advanced functionality for managing log files. This plugin enables users to create, view, backup, and manage log files with ease.

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Plugin Details

• Plugin Name: Custom WP Log
• Version: 1.0
• Requires WordPress Version: 4.8 or higher
• Requires PHP Version: 7.4 or higher
• Author: Byron Jacobs
• Author URI: https://heavyweightdigital.co.za
• License: GPL v2 or later
• License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

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Features

• Create and manage custom log files.
• View the current or backup log file content.
• Backup and delete log files.
• Set custom log levels (All, Errors, Warnings, Notices).
• Enable or disable logging dynamically.
• Supports both the default and custom log file names.
• Immediate updates when log files are backed up or deleted.
• REST API integration for advanced programmatic access (if required).

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Installation

1. Download the plugin files and upload them to your WordPress plugins directory (/wp-content/plugins/).
2. Activate the plugin through the WordPress Admin Plugins menu.
3. Navigate to the "Custom WP Log File" menu in the WordPress Admin Dashboard.

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Usage

Admin Page

The plugin provides an easy-to-use interface accessible via the WordPress admin menu under "Custom WP Log File". From here, you can:

1. Set Log File Name:

   • Specify a custom log file name or use the default plugin-debug.log.

2. Log Actions:

   • Test the log file with sample entries.
   • Clear the contents of the current log file.
   • Create a backup of the current log file.

3. Manage Log Files:

   • View available log files and delete selected files or all backup logs.

4. View Logs:

   • Select and view the contents of backup log files or the current log file.

5. Logging Settings:

   • Set log levels to filter specific types of logs (Errors, Warnings, Notices, or All).
   • Enable or disable logging dynamically.

6. Download Logs:

   • Download the current log file as a .log file.

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Developer Notes

• Ensure the logs directory is writable by the server (/wp-content/plugins/custom-logs/logs).
• Logs are stored in .log files and can be downloaded or managed from the admin interface.
• Error handling has been implemented to ensure secure and robust logging operations.

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License

This plugin is licensed under the GNU General Public License v2.0. See the LICENSE file for details.

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Support

If you encounter any issues or have questions, feel free to reach out to:

• Author Website: https://heavyweightdigital.co.za
• Email: [email protected]