User GuideAttachment Logs

Attachment Logs

Track all generated PDF and Excel attachments with detailed logs and download links.

Overview

Every PDF or Excel file generated through FormaMail is logged with metadata, generation time, and download links.


Log Columns

Timestamp

When the attachment was generated

Template

Template used for generation

Format

  • PDF
  • Excel (XLSX)

Size

File size in KB/MB

Status

  • âś… Generated: Successfully created
  • ⏳ Processing: Currently generating
  • ❌ Failed: Generation failed

Actions

  • Download: Get the generated file
  • View Details: See generation metadata
  • Regenerate: Create again with same data
  • Delete: Remove from logs

Filtering

  • Date range: Filter by generation date
  • Template: Filter by specific template
  • Format: PDF or Excel only
  • Status: Success or failed only

Bulk Operations

Select multiple attachments to:

  • Download as ZIP: Get all selected files
  • Delete: Remove from logs
  • Regenerate: Create all again

Details View

Click any attachment to see:

  • Template used
  • Generation timestamp
  • File size and format
  • Input data/variables
  • Error details (if failed)
  • Download link

Retention

Generated attachments are stored for 30 days by default. After this period, download links expire but attachment logs remain for reference. Contact us if you need custom retention periods for your organization.


Common Questions

How long does generation take?

  • PDF: 2-10 seconds (depends on complexity)
  • Excel: 1-5 seconds

Can I regenerate old attachments?

Yes, if you have the original data. Click Regenerate in the details view.

What’s the maximum file size?

  • PDF: 10 MB
  • Excel: 5 MB

Related: Attachment Designer | Templates