Export a Console Log in Google Chrome (Easiest Way in 2024)

In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to export a console log in Chrome in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.

How to Export Console Logs in Chrome

Follow the steps below to export console logs in Google Chrome.

1. Open Chrome Developer Tools to Access the Console

Press Ctrl + Shift + I (Windows) or Cmd + Option + I (Mac), or right-click on the webpage and select “Inspect.” This will allow you to access the tools you need.

2. Select the Console Tab in Developer Tools

Click on the “Console” tab at the top of Developer Tools to view the console log messages from the current webpage.

3. Right-Click in Console to Export Log

Right-click anywhere inside the console window to open the options menu.
From the menu, select “Save as…” to export the console log. This will allow you to save the current console log as a text file.

4. Save the Console Log File to Your Computer

In the “Save As” dialog, choose a location on your computer and provide a name for the file, such as “console_log.txt.” Click “Save” to finish exporting.

5. Verify the Saved Console Log File

Go to the folder where you saved the file, and open it to check if the console messages are properly logged.

The console messages are logged in to this TXT file we exported.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of extracting and downloading console logs in Chrome. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check our articles on how to export favorites from Edge to Chrome and how to export cookies from Chrome.