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Organize logs
As your system grows, organization matters.
Anchorline lets you organize logs so related activity stays connected without collapsing everything into a single place.
Why organization matters
Unorganized logs become noise.
Organization helps you:
- Group related activity
- Navigate large systems
- Keep timelines meaningful
- Scale without confusion
The goal is structure without rigidity.
Logs are independent by default
Each log stands on its own.
It has a single purpose, its own timeline, and its own state. Organization never changes how a log works internally. It only affects how logs relate to each other.
This keeps complexity from leaking across boundaries.
Group related logs
Logs can be grouped to reflect real-world structure.
Common examples:
- Financial logs grouped under a household or business
- Project logs grouped under a larger initiative
- Collections grouped by domain or owner
Grouping makes navigation easier without merging histories.
Use hierarchy intentionally
Hierarchy adds meaning when there is a clear parent-child relationship.
A parent log represents a broader context. Child logs represent focused timelines within that context.
Use hierarchy when:
- Logs share purpose or scope
- You want a clear top-down structure
- The relationship is stable over time
Avoid hierarchy when the relationship is loose or temporary.
Link instead of nesting when needed
Not all relationships are hierarchical.
When logs relate across boundaries, linking is often a better choice than nesting. Links preserve independence while still making relationships visible.
This keeps systems flexible as they evolve.
A practical guideline
If logs need to share context, organize them.
If logs need to share history, they probably should not be separate.
Keeping this distinction clear helps systems stay understandable as they grow.
What good organization feels like
Well-organized logs feel calm.
You can find what you need quickly, understand how things relate, and expand the system without restructuring everything.
Organization should support clarity, not demand constant maintenance.