# Controlling tracing by using the trace facility

Use the trace facility only if you are working with technical support and they require tracing information.

- Turning on the trace facility
  Follow these steps to turn on the trace facility.
- Turning off the trace facility
  Enter the following command (all on one line) to turn off tracing.

Parent topic: Derby Network Server advanced topics
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