> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.melonly.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Logging Settings

> Configure automatic logging for kicks, bans, and in game punishments using the :log command.

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## What are the Logging Settings?

The Logging Settings allow Melonly to automatically record moderation actions from your ERLC server.\
This includes auto logging kicks and bans, as well as allowing staff to manually log punishments using the **:log** command.

These logs appear in your Melonly Mod Panel and help maintain accurate moderation history for your community.

Some features require staff to have a **linked Roblox account** so Melonly can verify who issued the action.

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## Auto Log Kicks and Bans

Automatically logs every kick and ban issued in your ERLC server.\
This ensures all punishments are recorded even if staff forget to manually log them.

Reasons can be added later by editing the log in the Mod Panel.

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## :log Punish Command

The **:log** command allows staff to log punishments directly from in game.\
This is useful for quick moderation actions without needing to open the dashboard.

<Warning>
  Requires a linked Roblox account.\
  Staff must link their account before they can use the :log command. [**Linking Roblox Account**](https://melonly.xyz/my/account)
</Warning>

The command supports multiple log types, including custom ones you configure on the dashboard.

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## :log Command Reference

| Command                         | Action                        |
| ------------------------------- | ----------------------------- |
| `:log note [username] [reason]` | Log a note                    |
| `:log warn [username] [reason]` | Log a warning                 |
| `:log kick [username] [reason]` | Log a kick                    |
| `:log bolo [username] [reason]` | Log a ban BOLO                |
| `:log ban [username] [reason]`  | Log a ban                     |
| `:log vehicle [user/plate]`     | Returns the player or vehicle |

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## How to Use The Logging Settings

<Steps>
  <Step title="Enable Auto Logging">
    Turn on auto logging to automatically record kicks and bans from your ERLC server.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enable :log Command">
    Allow moderators to use the :log command in game.\
    Staff must have a linked Roblox account.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Configure Custom Log Types">
    Create custom log types on the dashboard if you want more than the default options.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review Logs in the Mod Panel">
    All logs appear in the Melonly Mod Panel where staff can review, edit, or add reasons.
  </Step>
</Steps>

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## Example Use Cases

* Automatically record all kicks and bans.
* Allow staff to quickly log punishments in game
* Maintain a complete moderation history for your community
* Use custom log types for advanced moderation workflows

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