How do I clean up Windows log files?

Should I clean Windows log files?

Most users disregard them, as the files are usually only needed for detailed troubleshooting, but technically savvy users clear their event logs periodically, both to save space on the hard drive and to ensure that Windows can save new logs faster. Many users do this as part of their regular system maintenance.

How do I delete Windows system logs?

In Windows 10, you can delete event logs in a user-friendly way via the Event Viewer app, but this is best for single events.1Open Event Viewer. Press the Windows key and type “Event Viewer”. ... 2Click the Windows log file and then “Clear Log…” ... 3Click “Save and Clear” or “Clear”4Clear an Application and Services log.

How do I clean a log file?

Before you begin, ensure that you are logged in to the terminal as the root user.1Check the disk space from the command line. Use the du command to see which files and directories consume the most space inside of the /var/log directory. ... 2Select the files or directories that you want to clear: ... 3Empty the files.

Can I delete all my log files?

Yes, log files can be safely deleted. Next time a log file needs to be appended to and is missing, it will be created (don't delete the actual Logs folder itself though). Log files are always presumed transient.