Logcat Extreme

Be aware of what's going on in your Android device, with ease.

Logcat Extreme - Enhanced Android Logcat Reader

"Logcat Extreme" is an advanced Logcat and Dmesg reader and recorder for Android devices. It features a user-friendly interface with floating logcat, live reading, filtering, and more. Root access is required to use the app effectively, making it an ideal tool for developers and users wanting to monitor their device's logs conveniently.
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By: SCDevs
Rating: 3.77
(903)
Version: 2.0 (Last updated: 2024-11-20)
Creation date: 2012-01-29
Permissions
Device & app history: read sensitive log data
Photos/Media/Files: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Storage: read the contents of your USB storage, modify or delete the contents of your USB storage
Other: draw over other apps, prevent device from sleeping

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App summary

Logcat Extreme is an enhanced Logcat/Dmesg reader and Logcat recorder which comes with a rich set of features and handy user interface.

Please note: Logcat Extreme requires root access or READ_LOGS permission to show logs properly. For non-rooted devices, in order to grant the READ_LOGS permission connect to a computer & copy/paste the following ADB command:
"adb shell pm grant scd.lcex android.permission.READ_LOGS"

Please note: From Android 4.1 onwards ANY logcat app needs root access in order to show logs properly.


New user interface (update 1.5):
the UI has been dramatically improved, again. Now more polished, user friendly, pure material design. All with the aim to bring a top quality app for your logcats.

Introducing "Floating Logcat" (update 1.1):
a new wonderful feature powered by StandOut, it allows you to keep the logcat on top right while you're working on your device, perfect for your tests! the logcat is shown inside a window you can move, resize and even minimize, just like a desktop one.

* Read live logcat
* Pause and resume
* Record (even in background)
* Send logs via mail
* Apply filters (priority level, format, etc.)
* Search box for quick filtering
* Many options to configure the logcat
* Read the kernel's debug messages (dmesg)
* Intuitive controls to access all the features with easy
* New "Per-app Logcat" feature!
* Revolutionary "Floating Logcat" feature!
* Floating window resizable even with pintch-to-zoom

Notes:
- In order to start a new Floating Logcat session tap the last button on the right (bottom bar).
- In order to resize the Floating Logcat drag the bottom-right corner of the window.

Devs corner:

Starting from version 1.3, devs can use intent actions and extras in order to launch the
logcat recorder directly from their apps:

"scd.lcex.ACTION_REC" start recording

"scd.lcex.ACTION_STOP" stop recording and service associated

"scd.lcex.EXTRA_FILTER" logcat filter (string, optional), use in conjunction with ACTION_REC

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Google Play Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Helpful for diagnosing issues directly on the device.
  • Floating log feature is appreciated.
  • Valuable app that saves time.
Cons
  • Frequently freezes or crashes.
  • Many users report issues with logging (empty logs or no logs showing).
  • Outdated design and user interface concerns.
Most mentioned
  • Logging issues (empty logs, freezing, crashing).
  • Need for root access to function properly.
  • User interface needs improvement or is inconvenient.
User reviews
Does not work at all. Simply window header with hamburger and white screen... And no any error logs or else.
by Afo Toko, 2024-12-03

How should i collect the logs for a specific app u guys removed the per-app button
by khaled alaa, 2024-11-26

It freezes up due to too many entries
by Martin Magnusson, 2024-07-27
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