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Error Log

An Error Log records any error that occurs in the application software, usually in simple/plain text (ASCII). The System Administrator will retrieve, review and rectify the processing errors.

The Error Log records and displays instances of errors and abnormal activity that occurred while using FOIAXpress. The log file displays information from the afxslog.txt file. The log file can be viewed and saved to your hard disk and inform your Administrator (System or FOIAXpress) about the errors.

To steps to view the Error Log are ; go to Home > Help > Error Log. It will open the Error Log screen. To save the file, click Save Log and the error log file will be saved as "log.txt" in the selected location.

An example log is shown below:

About FOIAXpress

About this version of FOIAXpress. This includes Version Number, License information, the Serial Key, and options to Export License and Email License.

The Export License option will prompt the user to download the license, while the Email License option sends an email to the FX support address with a pre-filled message requesting a License Key.

Technical Support

Basic Technical Support and Feedback options, with links to contact AINS for technical needs and system feedback:

Online Manual

Online FOIAXpress User and Administrator Manual (that's this document!)

Online Manual (508)

Section 508-compliant User and Administrator Manual

PAL Application

PAL Application Information and Guide

DOJ Guide to FOIA

Link to the DOJ-issued guidelines for FOIA compliance

FOIA Improvements Act of 2016

Link to documentation for the FOIA Improvements act of 2016