Databases are complex systems that contain information in related tables. SQL file - SQL format for representing data in databases. In other words, this is a plain text file with a set of instructions for working with information in tables.
Description
The * .sql file format stands for "structured files query language". Categorically refers to database files. It contains textual information, as well as a set of instructions that allow it to be processed - search, classify, delete rows from a database (database), add new ones, create selections based on specified parameters. A set of instructions is presented as query language operators.
How to open SQL file?
SQl format open all programs that work with databases. This list includes:
- MySQL is one of the most common DBMS (database management system). Compatible with all known operating systems.
- Microsoft Office Access is an advanced office software program for Windows.
- PostgreSQL is a modern and convenient DBMS, competes with MySQL.
All of these programs (except perhaps Access) are not only installed in the system, but also make adjustments to the system files during installation - it is difficult and convenient to install multifunctional DBMSs only if further work is necessary. Otherwise, consider other options.
Text editors
In order to see what the SQL file contains, * .sql can be opened through any simple text editor, for example, Notepad, Wordpad, Vim or Notepad. In addition, the epithet “any” means that Linux text editors are also capable of opening and editing database files.
Important! After editing the file, do not forget to save it in its original format.
The disadvantage of this method is the lack of DBMS functionality. You will have to work only with textual content, without the possibility of notifying the system about an error in a written request, or underlining typos when changing data. For this reason, DBMSs are better for editing an SQL file, SQL.