Advantages of SQL Formatting

Well-formatted SQL improves readability and makes debugging easier. Consistent indentation and uppercase keywords clearly show the structure of SQL queries.

SQL Dialect Selection

Each database system has its own SQL dialect. Choosing the dialect that matches your database will give you more accurate formatting results.

SQL Minification

SQL minification removes unnecessary whitespace and line breaks to reduce query size. This is useful for minimizing the size of queries sent to the database.

SQL Writing Best Practices

• Write keywords in uppercase (SELECT, FROM, WHERE, etc.)
• Place each clause on a new line (SELECT, FROM, WHERE, GROUP BY, etc.)
• Properly indent subqueries and joins
• Break long conditions into logical units with indentation
• Use consistent aliases for tables and column names