SPLK-1003 Configuration Files Practice Question
Which TWO of the following are valid ways to define field extractions?
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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Using the EXTRACT- prefix in props.conf
Field extractions can be defined using inline regex in props.conf or via transforms.conf.
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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Directly in inputs.conf
Why it's wrong here
inputs.conf does not support field extractions.
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Using the INDEXED-EXTRACTION attribute in transforms.conf
Why it's wrong here
This attribute is set in props.conf, not transforms.conf.
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Using the EXTRACT- prefix in props.conf
Why this is correct
This is a valid method for index-time extractions.
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Using a CSV file in etc/system/local
Why it's wrong here
This is not how field extractions are configured.
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Using the REPORT- prefix in props.conf referencing a transform
Why this is correct
This is a standard method for search-time extractions.
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