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  1. Overview
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  3. Schema Importer

Schema Importer

  • Schema Import Wizard

    The Schema Importer provides you with the option of importing the schema of an existing database info CodeStencil. You can access the Schema Importer with the hotkey - CTRL+SHIFT+I OR From the Tools menu: The Schema Import Wizard (SIW) helps you imp ...

  • Schema Importer - Configuration

    You can configure the way your database is imported by using the configuration panel (usually docked out of view in the upper right corner of the form). After you click on this, you will be able to access the configuration.   Expander Configur ...

  • SQLite

      Database Provider - Select the database provider from the dropdown menu. In this example, we're using SQLite. File - Specify the location of the SQLite file. Password - Enter the passphrase associated with the SQLite file. File Picker - Use ...

  • Sql Server

      Selected Provider - Choose the database provider from the dropdown menu. In this case, it's going to be SqlServer. Server Location: This functionality enables you to select the hosting location for your server, either locally on your machine ...

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