MATLAB: Where do I locate the MATLAB Update Installer log file

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I would like to know where the MATLAB Update installation log files are located to troubleshoot potential errors in my installation.

Best Answer

R2018b and later
The update installation log is now written to the standard MATLAB installation log file. You can find the installation log file and you can find instructions on this process in the article below.
Where are the MATLAB Installation and Activation log files located?
https://www.mathworks.com/matlabcentral/answers/101927
R2018a and earlier
The log file name is called install.log or Update<#>.log. <#> indicating the update version.
Windows:
C:\Users\%username%\AppData\Local\Temp\R201Xx_Update_<#>\win64\Update_<#>.log
macOS:
With the installer in the foreground, hit Command-L on your keyboard. An Installer Log window appears. Click on the disk icon to save the log file.
Linux:
$TMPDIR/MATLAB_R2017b_Update_#/Update_#.log