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3.20. How to Create a Debug Shortcut in Volocity

How to Create a Debug Shortcut in Volocity

Creating a debug shortcut in Volocity can be very useful for troubleshooting issues, especially in the event of a crash. The debug log provides detailed insight into specific problems.

Steps to Create a Debug Shortcut:

1. Create a Shortcut:

   • Navigate to: C:\Program Files\Volocity.
   • Locate the Volocity (x64).exe file.
   • Right-click on the .exe file and select Create Shortcut.
   • When prompted, place the shortcut on the desktop.
   • Rename the shortcut to Volocity Debug Shortcut.

1. Edit the Shortcut Properties:

   • Right-click on the newly created shortcut and select Properties.
   • In the Shortcut tab, locate the Target field.
   • Add the following text to the end of the target path:
     /d /logtofile
     (Note: Ensure there is a space before /d and /logtofile.)
   • The full Target field should read:
     "C:\Program Files\Volocity\Volocity (x64).exe" /d /logtofile
   • Click OK to save your changes.

1. Launch Volocity in Debug Mode:

   • Use the debug shortcut to launch Volocity when troubleshooting.
   • For conventional operation, launch Volocity as usual.

2. Retrieve the Debug Log:

   • After quitting Volocity (or if it crashes), retrieve the debug log from the following location:
     C:\Users\[Current User]\AppData\Local\Volocity7.0.0
   • Use this log to gain insights into the issues.