UiPath-ADAv1 Logging Practice Question
Which activity is used to write a custom message to the UiPath logs at a specific severity level?
⚠ Common exam trap
Candidates often confuse 'Log Message' with 'Write Line'. While both output text, 'Log Message' is the required activity for structured logging with severity levels in the UiPath platform.
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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Log Message
The 'Log Message' activity is the standard tool in UiPath Studio for adding custom entries to the execution logs. It allows developers to choose the severity level (Trace, Info, Warning, Error, Fatal) and provide a custom string message. Using this activity helps developers track the status of specific business logic steps or debug variable values without needing to use external logging libraries or complex workarounds.
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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Write Line
Why it's wrong here
The 'Write Line' activity prints text to the Output panel in Studio, but it is not intended for production logging. These entries are not stored in Orchestrator logs, meaning they provide no value for tracking or troubleshooting when the process is running in an unattended environment outside of Studio.
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Log Message
Why this is correct
The 'Log Message' activity is specifically designed for this purpose. It captures the specified message and severity level, ensuring the information is indexed correctly within the UiPath logging architecture. It is the primary method for providing visibility into the workflow execution for developers and operations teams via Orchestrator.
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Append Text
Why it's wrong here
The 'Append Text' activity is used to modify the contents of a local text file on the disk. While you could technically log information this way, it is inefficient, insecure, and bypasses the centralized UiPath logging infrastructure. It is meant for file manipulation, not for standard process telemetry or diagnostic logging.
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Throw
Why it's wrong here
The 'Throw' activity is used to intentionally trigger an exception in a workflow. While an exception naturally results in an error being logged by the system, it stops the workflow execution entirely. It is not a tool for logging standard progress updates or information messages during normal operation.
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Last reviewed September 2026 · checked against the official UiPath exam blueprint
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