Quick Answer: How Do I Copy a Linux Log?
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How do I copy a log file in Linux?

Consider using keyboard shortcuts.

  1. Click the file you want to copy to select it, or drag your mouse across multiple files to select them all.
  2. Press Ctrl + C to copy the files.
  3. Go to the folder into which you want to copy the files.
  4. Press Ctrl + V to paste in the files.

How do I copy a Linux error log?

Copy error logs

For example, to copy a single error log file, do the following. Then, create a folder to store the system logs on your system in the ~/Documents directory. Alternatively, it is possible to make a copy of a log folder inside of the /var/log/ directory with cp and the “r” command-line switch.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.

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