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This document explains how to create event logging for all files in a directory.

Default Logging

The Logging option on a directory differs from the logging setting of a file. With files, the system allows you to keep a record of who accesses your files and when they do so.  However, logging on a directory merely represents the default logging setting for all files created within that directory. There is no logging history for a directory.

If Logging is "Off' for a directory, each new file uploaded to that directory will be uploaded with Logging disabled. Additionally, all new subdirectories will have a Default Logging parameter of "Off". You may change that setting on a per-file basis if you choose.

If Logging is "On" for a directory, each new file uploaded to that directory will be uploaded with Logging enabled. Additionally, all new subdirectories will have a Default Logging parameter of "On". You may change that setting on a per-file basis if you choose.

To turn default logging on or off for a directory:
The Logging link will appear on your Directory's Manage screen.

1. Navigate to the directory for which you wish to change default logging.
2. Click on the Manage icon for the respective directory.
3. Click on the "Logging" link in the Collaboration section.
4. Use the Logging on/off drop-down to turn logging on or off. If you would like this parameter changed for all existing files and subdirectories within this directory, check off the "Apply this setting to all sub-directories as well as files". Otherwise, this setting will only apply to new files and subdirectories created in the future in this directory.
5. Click "Apply Now".
6. Click the "Back" link to return to you directory's Manage screen.