SPLK-1003 Splunk Admin Basics Practice Question
Where are the local configuration files for an installed app located?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/<app_name>/local/
App-specific local configurations are located in the local/ directory within the app folder.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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/var/log/splunk/
Why it's wrong here
This is for log files, not configuration files.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/system/local/
Why it's wrong here
This is for system-wide configuration overrides.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/<app_name>/local/
Why this is correct
Local overrides are stored in the local directory of the app folder.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/<app_name>/default/
Why it's wrong here
The default directory contains original app configurations and should not be modified.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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