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description: >-
  The Debugging tab provides exportable logs containing internal activity and
  error messages generated by Advanced Views.
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# Debugging

These logs are especially useful when you're experiencing issues or unexpected behaviour, and they help our support team diagnose and resolve problems more efficiently.

If you encounter an error, simply export the logs and include them when contacting support.

## Debugging

**Error logs** - Contains PHP warnings and errors related to the plugin. The error logs are deleted upon plugin upgrade or deactivation.

**Internal logs** - Contains plugin warnings and debug messages if the development mode is enabled. The logs are deleted upon plugin deactivation.

**Generate debug dump** - Turn this on and click 'Process' to download the file. The above logs and other information about your server environment will be included.\
Send this to Advanced Views Support on request.

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