Create or Edit Tables

A detailed guide on creating and modifying database tables without using SQL.

Create or Edit Tables without SQL

A step-by-step guide on how to create or edit tables in a database without writing SQL.

Creating a New Table

  1. Select the Database Connection

    • Start by choosing a database connection from DB Explorer.

    • Select the desired database from the list.

    Selected database

  2. Open the Table Creation Menu

    • Hover over Tables in the database menu, right-click, and choose Create Table.

    tables context menu

  3. Define Table Structure

    • A new tab will open where you can define your table’s structure. Start by setting a table name, then add columns by clicking the + icon.

    • For each column, specify:

      • Column Name
      • Data Type
      • Nullable option (optional)
      • Identity for auto-increment (optional)
      • Default Value (optional)

    create table

  4. Preview SQL Code

    • Use the sidebar to preview the SQL code generated by your changes.

  5. Set Primary Key

    • Switch to the Primary Key tab, select the column(s) you want as the primary key, and apply your choice.

    set primary key

  6. Apply Changes

    • Click on Apply and Close. When prompted, confirm the changes by selecting Yes.

    apply close

Editing an Existing Table

  1. Select Table to Edit

    • From the database tables list, right-click on the table you want to modify and select Alter Table.

    alter table

  2. Modify Table Structure

    • A new tab will open, allowing you to adjust the existing table structure. You can modify column details like data type, length, nullable status, identity, and default values.

    • To add new columns, click the + icon below the columns tab.

    edit table

  3. Apply Changes

    • Once done, click Apply and Close to confirm. A prompt will ask if you’d like to apply changes to the database. Click Yes to finalize.

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