How to Clear Event Logs

In Windows, you can clear the event logs by selecting Clear all Events on the Action menu after selecting the appropriate log file. You have the option of saving the event log before you clear it.

To clear event logs

1. Click Start, and point to Programs.

2. Point to Administrative Tools, and then click Event Viewer.

3. Select the appropriate log file (Application, Security, System, Directory Service, or File Replication Service).

4. Click the Action menu, and then click Clear all Events.

5. You will be prompted to save the file.

Note

There is no verification for clearing the event log.

See Also

Windows Event Viewer