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docker logs — Display and save output

Display output while saving it to a file. Base task: Follow container logs.

Copy-ready commanddocker logs — Display and save output
docker logs --tail 100 -f web01 2>&1 | tee command-results.txt

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Docker Engine, Docker Compose, or kubectl
Permissions
Container or cluster permissions vary
Last reviewed
2026-08-01

Examples

Display and save output

Display output while saving it to a file.

docker logs --tail 100 -f web01 2>&1 | tee command-results.txt

Common errors

Command or option not supported

Confirm the installed platform version supports the base command and the added output or wrapper option.

Access denied or insufficient privileges

Run with the administrative role or delegated permission required by the underlying command.