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Update data from TXT (pipe delimited text) file to SQL Server

Want to update data from TXT (“|” pipe delimited text) file to SQL Server ?

Using File To DB, a native GUI tool for Windows, MacOS, and Linux, you can update data from TXT (“|” pipe delimited text) file to SQL Server easily and fast.

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Update data from TXT (“|” pipe delimited text) file to SQL Server

Login to SQL Server -> Choose TXT file -> Set SQL Server table -> Update TXT to SQL Server

Choose SQL Server and logon.

Click “Wizard – 1 File To 1 Table” at task dialog.

Select the “TXT” file type.

then show the wizard.

1. Open a source TXT (“|” pipe delimited text) file.

2. Select a SQL Server table and config fields.

Set “Load Type” to “Update”, choice “By Key”.

3. Preview data.

4. Update TXT data to SQL Server .

View updateed data

Update TXT data to SQL Server in command line

Save “TXT to SQL Server” session, then you can:

Set scheduled tasks for updating TXT data to SQL Server

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


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