Question 1

What is the SQL formatter?

Accepted Answer

An SQL formatter is a free online tool designed to beautify and standardize your SQL code. It enhances readability and ensures your queries follow consistent formatting conventions.

Question 2

Which SQL dialects does the formatter support?

Accepted Answer

Our SQL formatter currently supports a variety of dialects, including:

MySQL
PostgreSQL
Snowflake
MariaDB
GCP BigQuery
SQLite
IBM DB2
Apache Hive
Couchbase N1QL
Oracle PL/SQL
Amazon Redshift
SingleStoreDB
Spark

Question 3

How do I use the SQL formatter?

Accepted Answer

Using the SQL formatter is easy! Simply follow these steps:

Select a Dialect: Choose the appropriate SQL dialect from the dropdown menu. This step is crucial, as selecting the correct dialect ensures that you receive the most accurate formatted query.
Input Your SQL Code: Paste your SQL code into the provided text area.
Advanced Configurations: You can customize your formatting by using the advanced options. Here, you can modify:
- Keyword Case: Choose how SQL keywords are capitalized.
- Function Case: Set the case for functions.
- Datatype Case: Adjust the case for data types.
- Indentations: Specify indentation styles to further enhance readability.
Format Your Code: Click the "Format" button to process your SQL code.
Review the Output: Your formatted SQL code will appear in the output area, making it easier to read and understand.

Question 4

Is my code safe when I use the formatter?

Accepted Answer

Yes, your code is processed securely. We do not store any of your data or formatted SQL. Once you leave the page, your code is deleted from our system.

Question 5

Will this formatter improve the performance of my SQL queries?

Accepted Answer

While the formatter enhances readability, it does not optimize query performance. To improve the efficiency of your SQL queries, check Free SQL Optimizer for PostgreSQL and MySQL

Question 6

How do you ensure my privacy when using the formatter?

Accepted Answer

We respect your privacy and do not track or analyze your queries. Our tool is designed to operate without collecting any user data, ensuring that your coding process remains private and secure.

SQL Formatter

Optimize and format SQL from your favorite IDE

SQL Formatter FAQ

Optimize and format SQL from your favorite IDE

SQL Formatter FAQ