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Using the top and rare commands

 

You're looking to create quick and dynamic search results using the top and rare commands to find the most or least common values across multiple fields - two commands that share the same search syntax.

Solution

This video shows you how to effectively use the top and rare commands in your searches. You'll learn:

  • An introduction to thetop and rare commands
  • Examples of basic searches using top or rare
  • How to use top and rare to find the most or least common values across multiple fields

Next steps

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In addition, these resources might help you understand and implement this guidance:

  • Splunk Docs: Top
  • Splunk Docs: Rare

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