SPLK-1003 Configuration Files Practice Question
Which TWO of the following locations are valid for placing a custom 'inputs.conf' file?
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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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/my_app/local/
Custom configs should be placed in local directories to follow best practices.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/system/default/
Why it's wrong here
Should not be modified.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/my_app/local/
Why this is correct
Valid for app-specific settings.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/var/lib/
Why it's wrong here
Not for configuration files.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/system/local/
Why this is correct
Valid for global settings.
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$SPLUNK_HOME/etc/apps/my_app/default/
Why it's wrong here
Should not be modified.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official Splunk exam blueprint
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