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# Analyse timings with Spark

Spark is a lightweight and powerful performance profiling plugin that helps server owners identify lag sources, optimise resource usage, and troubleshoot potential problems.

Download either the [Spark Mod](https://www.curseforge.com/minecraft/mc-mods/spark/files) or [Spark Plugin](https://www.spigotmc.org/resources/spark.57242/) depending on which server software you're using. Make sure the version is compatible with your server version.

Head over to the [Game Panel](https://game.lodestone.host) and select "File Manager" on the sidebar menu.

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Upload Spark to either your `mods` or `plugins` folder depending on which version you're using. You now need to restart your server.&#x20;

After the installation process is complete, enter the "spark profiler" command in your server console.&#x20;

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Wait for 10 minutes and then run the "spark profiler --stop" command.

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After using the stop command, you will be given a link in the console. After clicking the link, you will be redirected to a page with your tick times report.


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