First things first, log into your Xano account. Once you're in, head over to the dashboard and pick the API group where you want to set up request logging and analytics. This keeps everything neat and tidy.

Inside your chosen API group, look for the "Logs" tab and give it a click. Here, you'll see all the nitty-gritty details of your API requests—like the request method, endpoint URL, request body, and response.

To make sure every API request gets logged, go to the settings in the "Logs" tab and turn on the logging feature. This is crucial for capturing all the data about each API request.

Tweak the log settings to suit your needs. You can decide how much detail you want in each log, like including headers, request bodies, and response bodies. Don't forget to save your settings after you're done.

Head back to the main dashboard and find the "Analytics" tab under the same API group. This is where you'll get a visual breakdown of your API metrics, like request counts, response times, and error rates.

To keep tabs on any critical issues, set up monitoring alerts. Go to the "Alerts" section under analytics, set your alert parameters (like response times or error rates that go over a certain limit), and choose how you want to be notified (email, SMS, etc.).

Make it a habit to check the logs and analytics regularly. This way, you can catch any weird stuff early and fix it fast, keeping your APIs running smoothly.

For long-term storage or deeper analysis, you might want to export the API logs. Use the export feature in the "Logs" tab to download logs in your preferred format (like CSV or JSON) for offline analysis or to integrate with other monitoring tools.

To find specific requests quickly, use the filter and sort options in the "Logs" tab. You can filter logs by things like date range, HTTP method, status code, or endpoint, making it easier to find exactly what you're looking for.

As your app grows and changes, make sure to revisit and update your logging and analytics settings. This keeps everything in line with any new requirements or changes in how your API is used.