Log bloat (Excessive disk usage by logs)
4.5
System or application logs grow to tens of gigabytes, filling up the hard drive.
Symptoms
- Low disk space
- Large files in AppData
- Slow system performance
Possible Causes
- Debug mode left on
- Repeated error loop
- Missing log rotation
Step-by-Step Fix
1
Identify Large Logs
Use a tool like WizTree to find where the space is being taken.
2
Disable Debug Logging
Check app settings for "Enable Verbose Logging" and turn it off.
3
Limit Log Size
In Event Viewer, right-click a log > Properties > Set "Maximum log size".
When to See a Technician
A "log storm" (thousands of entries per second) usually indicates a software bug or a failing driver.
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