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Export DB2 query to Excel using dynamic filename with current date

Want to export data from DB2 query result to Excel using current date as file name?

Using DB To File, a Excel converter for DB2 on Windows, MacOS, and Linux, you can export DB2 query result to Excel using dynamic filename with date and time easily.

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Export DB2 query result to Excel file using dynamic filename with date and time

Login to DB2 -> Enter DB2 SQL statement -> Set Excel filename template including date -> Export DB2 query to Excel using current date as file name

Choose DB2 and logon.

“Export From Query” for “Excel to DB2“.

Select Excel file type.

1. Enter DB2 SQL query.

2. Set Excel file options. Enter filename template, including date, #yyyy# is for current year, #mm# month, #dd# day, #hh# hour, #mi# minute, #ss# second.

3. Summary.

4. Export DB2 query results to Excel file. Dynamically created Excel file name using present system time.

After exporting, you can view output Excel files.

Export DB2 query to Excel using dynamic filename with date and time in command line

Save “DB2 query to Excel” session, then you can:

Set scheduled tasks for exporting DB2 query to Excel using dynamic filename with date and time

Periodic export, keep the old exported Excel files, avoid overwriting them.

You can schedule and automate this “DB2 to Excel” conversion task by:

  1. Save session and create .bat (Windows) or .sh (Linux/macOS) file.
  2. Set scheduled task.

FAQ

How long does it take to export DB2 table to Excel?
DBToFile works fast. It convert millions of rows within a minute.
Is it safe to export DB2 table to Excel using DBToFile?
Of course! DBToFile export DB2 table to Excel locally, absolutely safe.
Can I export DB2 table to Excel on Linux, Mac OS?
Yes, you can. DBToFile has Linux, Mac OS, and Windows version.
Can I export DB2 table to Excel in command line?
Yes, you can. DBToFile can running in command line, on Linux, Mac OS, and Windows.
Can DBToFile work without Microsoft Excel installed?
Yes, DBToFile can work without Microsoft Excel installed.


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