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Tail is a graphical interface for following files, similar to the *nix command tail -f. Tail can monitor and show multiple files, parse file changes for optional keywords, and optionally notify you of changes both visually and audibly.

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Log errors/warnings/flags on multiple tabs

Opening files - can open many with one dialog

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License

GNU General Public License version 2.0 (GPLv2)

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Additional Project Details

Languages

English

Intended Audience

Advanced End Users, Developers

User Interface

wxWidgets

Programming Language

Python

Related Categories

Python Software Testing Tool, Python Log Rotation Software

Registered

2008-02-14

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