Toolong

CLI to view, tail, search log files.

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Console’s review

· Reviewed by David Mytton

What we like

Colorizes and highlights various common log formats. Can combine multiple (large) log files. Keybindings for jumping around and triggering search. Search supports regex. Can also tail.

Tradeoffs

Only available through pip rather than as a compiled binary or via OS packages. Doesn’t work on Windows.

Is Toolong a fit?

Based on Console’s review published on 2024-02-15. Summary updated .

Who it’s for

Developers who work with large log files should consider this tool for log file analysis

Why consider it

This tool allows developers to effectively search log files using regex

Keep in mind

The tool has limited platform support

Console is a free weekly newsletter with short reviews of developer tools, covering strengths and tradeoffs. This review reflects Console’s assessment at publication on 2024-02-15. Features and limitations may have changed since the review date. Read our selection criteria and learn about Console.

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