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Check on your system
Console collects log messages that are generated from your computer and connected devices, and you can use these messages to check on your computer’s performance and solve problems.
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Find just what you need
Use a search phrase to find log messages and activities that fit what you need. You can even save your search to use again.
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Pinpoint and share
In addition to log messages, you can also view reports of system activity and share these reports with a support technician or other person helping you troubleshoot a problem.
To explore the Console User Guide, click Table of Contents at the top of the page, or enter a word or phrase in the search field.