Log Watcher is an extension developed by Akshat Developer that facilitates the monitoring of logs generated by your Android application over a local Wi-Fi network. With Log Watcher, you can conveniently view logs from any device connected to the same Wi-Fi network, eliminating the need for the traditional LogCat method, which often involves cumbersome steps.
Features
- Real-time Log Monitoring: Log Watcher provides real-time monitoring of logs generated by your Android application.
- Wi-Fi Network Connectivity: Logs can be viewed over a local Wi-Fi network, making it accessible from any device connected to the same network.
- Reduced Hassles: Eliminates the need for the traditional LogCat method, simplifying the process of monitoring logs during app development and testing.
Installation
To use the Log Watcher extension in your MIT App Inventor project, follow these steps:
- Download the Log Watcher extension file from the provided source.
- Open your project.
- In the “Designer” tab, navigate to the “Extensions” section.
- Click on “Import Extension” and select the downloaded extension file.
- The Log Watcher extension will be imported and added to your project.
Usage
Once you have imported the Log Watcher extension into your MIT App Inventor project, you can use it to monitor logs generated by your Android application. Follow these steps to integrate Log Watcher into your project:
- Drag and drop the Log Watcher component from the “Palette” onto the “Viewer” area in the “Designer” tab.
- In the “Blocks” tab, you can use the blocks provided by the Log Watcher extension to control and manage log monitoring.
- Use the provided blocks to start and stop log monitoring, as well as to access and display logs.
Demo
Example
Below is an example of how you can use the Log Watcher extension in your MIT App Inventor project:
- The extension automatically updates the logs every 1 second, so make sure to refresh the website to see the latest logs.
- The log server will automatically start with the launch of the app and will automatically stop when the app is closed (not when minimised)
Version History
- v1.0 (March 10, 2024): Initial release of Log Watcher extension.
