SPL

SPL

abbreviation

SPL is the abbreviation for Search Processing Language. SPL is designed by Splunk for use with Splunk software.

SPL encompasses all the search commands and their functions, arguments, and clauses. Its syntax was originally based on the Unix pipeline and SQL. The scope of SPL includes data searching, filtering, modification, manipulation, insertion, and deletion.

Related terms

• search

For more information

In the Search Manual:

• Get started with Search
• About the Search Processing Language

In Search Reference:

• Command quick reference
• Understanding SPL syntax