The Settings tab allows you to configure how the plugin behaves and displays information.
Log Update Mode Configuration
Manual Update Mode
- Logs update only when you refresh the page
- Lower resource usage, ideal for large log files
Auto Update Mode
- Logs update automatically every 10 seconds
- Provides real-time monitoring but uses more resources
Performance Considerations
- Auto mode is best for active debugging sessions
- Manual mode is suitable for routine checks or large logs
Datetime Display Options
Absolute Time Format
- Shows full date and time (e.g., “2026-05-15 14:30:22”). The output format depends on the website’s datetime setting in Settings -> General -> Date Format
- Useful for precise timestamp comparisons
Relative Time Format
- Displays time relative to now (e.g., “2 hours ago”)
- Easier to understand at a glance
Switching Between Formats
- Toggle between formats using the datetime format switcher
- Your preference is saved for future sessions
Timezone Settings
Setting Custom Timezone
- Click the timezone selector dropdown
- Search for your desired timezone
Using WordPress Default Timezone
- Automatically inherits WordPress site timezone
- Ensures consistency with other WordPress features
Why Timezone Matters
- Ensures log timestamps match your local time
- Helps correlate errors with specific events
Impact on Log Entry Timestamps
- Affects how timestamps are displayed in the log table
- Does not change the actual log file contents
For email notification setup, see the Alerts Tab guide.
