Export SQL Server Database Schema With These Two Methods

Do you want to export SQL server database schema? Then, keep reading this article because I am going to tell you exact 2 ways to do it.

In this blog, I have explained two methods to do it:

1. Using SQL Server Management Studio
2. Using Automated Software

I will also tell you why automated software is a better option.

Export SQL Server Database Schema Using SSMS

SQL Server Management Studio, also called SSMS, is an integrated environment developed by Microsoft for configuring, monitoring, and administering database instances of SQL Server.

Perform the following steps to export schemas using SSMS:

Step-1: At the left pane, select the database with right click for which you would like to export the schema structure.

Step-2: Choose “Tasks” and then, choose “Generate Scripts”.

Step-3: Click on “Next” at the welcome screen.

Step-4: Click “Next >” at the “Select the database objects to script” option.

Step-5: Click “Advanced”, “Advanced Scripting Options” window will appear. Here you have to select “Types of data to script” and then choose the “Schema only” option if you want only schema. If you want data as well, choose “Schema and data”.

Step-6: Choose the destination path to export the file, and click on “Next”.

Step-7: Lastly click on “Finish”.

DRAWBACKS OF SSMS

SQL Server Management Studio is a nice option if you are handling a small database. But, for the larger databases, it will take a lot of time and effort. Also, there is a higher chance of getting errors. Hence, the presence of a technical expert is much needed.

Therefore, I will suggest you to go for a professional and automated software for exporting SQL server database records and schemas that is SQL Server Migration Tool.

Why This Automated Software?

In simple words, it is fast, robust and risk-free.

In technical terms, the tool comes with many features that gives you 100% control of SQL data transfer within the network or outside the network.

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Here are some of its features:

1. Facilitate database records and schemas migration between Live SQL Servers.
2. Also, supports Offline MDF database File migration to Live SQL Server.
3. Convert Online & Offline SQL Server Database into a .sql Transcript File.
4. Transfer databases from SQL Server to SQL Server in the Same Network.
5. Exports all SQL objects Including Tables, Functions, Views, Stored Procedures, Triggers.
6. Export Entire SQL Server Database Data With or Without Schemas.
7. It provides the option to export the database to an Existing Database or will create a new database.
8. Facilitates “Advanced Scan” Mode to repair and export damaged Database.
9. Compatible with all SQL server editions: 2019, 2017, 2016, 2014, and below.

How to Export SQL Server Database Schema Using Utility

You don’t have to be a technical administrator to run this software because this software has a very simple and self-explanatory software interface.

Follow these 4 basic steps to export SQL Server Database Schema With or Without Data:

Step-1: Click on ”Open”, then select between Online and Offline mode.

Step-2: Do authentication and select Database file.

Step-3: A preview will appear showing SQL objects and data for your selected database file.

Step-4: Here you have to select between two migration options and provide authentication details. Also you can opt for an existing database or create a new database. Then, you can select whether you want to export schemas only or data and schema. Finally, click on “Export”.

Conclusion

In this blog, I have discussed two methods to export sql server database schema. Firstly, by using SQL Server Management Studio and Secondly, by using automated utility.

I have mentioned the cons of SSMS if you are handling large databases and why you should go for an automated solution instead.

Also, both these methods provide facility to export schemas with and without data.