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Export PostgreSQL table to TXT using dynamic filename with current date

Want to export data from PostgreSQL table to TXT using current date as file name?

Using Withdata DB To File, a TXT exporter for PostgreSQL on Windows, MacOS, and Linux, you can export PostgreSQL data to TXT using dynamic filename with date and time easily.

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Export data from PostgreSQL table to TXT file using dynamic filename with date and time

Login to PostgreSQL -> Choose PostgreSQL table -> Set TXT filename template including date -> Export PostgreSQL to TXT using current date as file name

Choose PostgreSQL and logon.

“Export From Table” for “TXT to PostgreSQL“.

Select TXT file type.

1. Choose PostgreSQL table.

2. Set TXT 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 PostgreSQL table data to TXT file. Dynamically created TXT file name using present system time.

After exporting, you can view output TXT files.

Export PostgreSQL to TXT using dynamic filename with date and time in command line

Save “PostgreSQL to TXT” session, then you can:

Set scheduled tasks for exporting PostgreSQL to TXT using dynamic filename with date and time

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

You can schedule and automate this “PostgreSQL to TXT” 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 PostgreSQL to TXT?
DBToFile works fast. It convert millions of rows within a minute.
Is it safe to export PostgreSQL to TXT using DBToFile?
Of course! DBToFile export PostgreSQL to TXT locally, absolutely safe.
Can I export PostgreSQL to TXT on Linux, Mac OS?
Yes, you can. DBToFile has Linux, Mac OS, and Windows version.
Can I export PostgreSQL to TXT in command line?
Yes, you can. DBToFile can running in command line, on Linux, Mac OS, and Windows.


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