The next generation of
Log Tracing

A powerful application for viewing, analyzing, and debugging log files from industrial automation systems.

Why Next-Trace

Built for speed, security, and simplicity

From your first log file to complex multi-source analysis, Next-Trace provides the tools you need to debug faster.

Secure

Runs entirely on your machine. No cloud uploads, no external servers. Your log data never leaves your computer.

Blazing Fast

In-memory processing with virtual scrolling handles thousands of log entries instantly. No database overhead.

Zero Setup

Single executable file. No installation required. Just download, run, and start analyzing your logs immediately.

Log Viewing

See everything in one place

Upload multiple log files from multiple interconected systems and view them in a unified timeline. Filter, search, and analyze with ease.

Advanced Log Viewing & Analysis

Upload multiple text based log files and view them in a unified or differentiated timeline.

Filter by time range, log level, source, or search across all messages instantly.

  • Support multiple files simultaneously
  • Auto-detection of PLC and PC log formats
  • Virtual scrolling for smooth performance
  • Combined chronological timeline view
  • Advanced filtering capabilities
  • Chart rendering for time series analysis
See All Features
timeline.log
09:23:41INFO
09:23:42WARN
09:23:43INFO
09:23:44ERROR
09:23:45DEBUG
09:23:46INFO
Core Features

Everything you need for log analysis

Purpose-built for industrial automation engineers. Analyze variable trends, track state machine transitions, and debug complex system behavior.

Log Viewer

Unified timeline view of PLC and PC logs with advanced filtering

Variable Analysis

Track PLC variables over time with interactive charts

State Transitions

Visualize variable state changes with data tracking

Bitmask Config

Advanced bit-level interpretation of numeric values

Security First

Built for sensitive industrial environments

100% local processing, perfect for secure industrial environments, like the semiconductor industry.

Complete Data Privacy

Your log files never leave your machine. No cloud uploads, no external servers, no data transmission. Process sensitive data with confidence.

No Network Required

Works completely offline. Perfect for air-gapped environments and secure facilities where network access is restricted.

Input Validation

All file uploads are validated to meet the required specific format.

Single Executable

No installation required. Just one .exe file that you can run from anywhere.

Ready to analyze your logs?

Get started with Next-Trace today. Read our documentation to learn about all features, or contact us for licensing information.