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SQLiteStudio

SQLiteStudio

  -  33.13 MB  -  Open Source
  • Latest Version

    SQLiteStudio 3.4.5 LATEST

  • Review by

    Daniel Leblanc

  • Operating System

    Windows XP64 / Vista64 / Windows 7 64 / Windows 8 64 / Windows 10 64 / Windows 11

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  • Author / Product

    SalSoft Pawel Salawa / External Link

  • Filename

    SQLiteStudio-3.4.5-windows-x64-installer.exe

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SQLiteStudio is a free, open-source database management software designed specifically for SQLite databases.

It offers an intuitive, user-friendly environment for developers, data analysts, and database administrators to create, manage, and manipulate SQLite databases without the need for complex command-line operations.

SQLiteStudio for PC is favored for its lightweight nature, simplicity, and wide range of features that allow users to handle SQLite databases efficiently, regardless of their skill level.

Key Features

Cross-Platform Compatibility: It works seamlessly across major operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux, making it highly accessible.

Schema and Data Editing: Easily view and modify table schemas, indexes, and data entries with a few clicks.

Visual Query Builder: The built-in Visual Query Builder helps users construct SQL queries without manual coding, making it great for those who aren’t fluent in SQL.

Syntax Highlighting and Auto-completion: These features are especially useful when writing or editing SQL queries, improving readability and helping to minimize syntax errors.

Database Import and Export: It supports data import/export in multiple formats, such as CSV, SQL, XML, and JSON.

Multiple Database Tabs: Work on multiple databases simultaneously by opening them in separate tabs.

Extensible via Plugins: Users can extend SQLiteStudio’s functionality by installing or developing plugins, making it highly customizable.

Database Comparison and Synchronization: It provides tools to compare databases, detect differences, and synchronize them.

Encryption Support: For enhanced security, it offers encryption options (requires SQLite Encryption Extension).

Comprehensive Error Logs: Detailed error logs make debugging easier and help users resolve issues faster.

User Interface

It has a clean and minimalistic interface. It organizes various tools and utilities within a single-window layout, providing easy navigation.

On the left side, you’ll find a database explorer, where all open databases are displayed with their respective tables, views, triggers, and indexes in a tree structure.

The main workspace is on the right, where users can open multiple tabs to edit tables, write queries, or browse data. The interface is highly intuitive and designed to cater to beginners and professionals alike.

Installation and Setup

Download the Software: Head to the official website or FileHorse and download the installer for your operating system.

Installation: Run the downloaded installer file and follow the on-screen instructions.

Launch the Program: Once installed, open the app. You’ll see a splash screen and be taken to the main interface.

Add a Database: To start working, click on the "Database" menu and select "Add a Database," then navigate to your SQLite database file or create a new one.

No additional configurations or dependencies are needed, making SQLiteStudio an efficient tool that’s ready to use immediately after installation.

How to Use

Adding a Database: Click on "Database" > "Add a Database" and select your file to import an existing database or create a new one.

Exploring Database Structure: The database explorer shows tables, views, triggers, and indexes. Expand each section to view or modify the database structure.

Running SQL Queries: Go to the SQL Editor tab to write and run SQL queries. Syntax highlighting and autocomplete make the editor beginner-friendly.

Creating Tables: Right-click on the database in the explorer, select "Create Table," and define the columns and constraints. Click “OK” to save.

Data Import and Export: For importing data, go to “Tools” > “Import.” Choose the file format and configure import settings. For export, follow a similar path under “Export.”

Database Synchronization: Use the “Database Comparison” tool to detect and merge changes across databases.

FAQ

Can I use SQLiteStudio to connect to other database types?
The program is exclusively designed for SQLite databases. For other database types, consider tools like DBeaver or MySQL Workbench.

How do I export my database in CSV format?
Right-click the table you want to export, select "Export," choose CSV, and configure your settings.

Does SQLiteStudio support encryption?
Yes, but only if you use SQLite Encryption Extension (SEE) or an encrypted SQLite library.

Can I automate tasks in SQLiteStudio?
The app doesn’t natively support task automation. However, you can use command-line SQLite or third-party scripts for automated tasks.

How do I resolve installation errors on Linux?
Ensure that you have the required permissions and dependencies. Check the SQLiteStudio documentation for Linux-specific troubleshooting.

Alternatives

DB Browser for SQLite: A similar tool with a slightly simpler interface, focused on basic database operations.

DBeaver: A powerful database management tool that supports multiple databases, including SQLite. Ideal for users needing multi-database support.

dotConnect for SQLite: High-performance ADO.NET Data Provider for SQLite.

Pricing

This program is entirely FREE and open-source software (FOSS).

This accessibility makes it an excellent choice for users who need a high-quality SQLite database management tool without investing in a commercial license.

System Requirements
  • Operating System: Windows 11, 10, 8 or 7
  • Processor: 1 GHz or faster
  • Memory: 512 MB RAM (1 GB recommended)
  • Storage: 50 MB for installation
  • SQLite Version: Compatible with all recent SQLite versions
PROS
  • Free and open-source
  • Cross-platform compatibility
  • Intuitive interface suitable for beginners
  • Robust data import/export options
  • Extensible via plugins
CONS
  • Limited to SQLite databases
  • Lacks automation features
  • Limited data visualization tools
  • Some advanced users may find the feature set basic
Conclusion

SQLiteStudio is a highly effective, user-friendly tool for managing SQLite databases. Its combination of simplicity and functionality makes it an ideal choice for developers, analysts, and database administrators seeking a streamlined solution for SQLite database management.

With features like visual query building, multi-format import/export, and an easy-to-navigate interface, this tool is accessible even to users new to SQL.

Also Available: Download SQLiteStudio for Mac


  • SQLiteStudio 3.4.5 Screenshots

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What's new in this version:

Most notable fixes and additions:
- Extension-based collations (like the ICU) can be now registered in databases using Collations Editor window
- Added support for explicit column names syntax in CREATE VIEW
- Data cell focus and current data page is maintained during data reload
- When trying to load SQLite database as SQL script into SQL Editor window, application detects it and opens Database dialog for that file instead. It has been notorious that users tried to open database with Ctrl-O/Cmd-O from SQL Editor window (which is for loading SQL script file), which caused SQL Editor to choke on big binary files. Now the editor will detect such attempt and redirect user to the Add Database dialog.
- Improved performance of SQL Editor when working with huge SQL contents
- Bunch of SchemaResolver optimizations, resulting in huge performance boost when opening/modifying databases with thousands of tables (from minutes down to milliseconds for opening database with ~6000 tables!).
- The Database dialog is changed slightly. Now it has an explicit choice whether user wants to create a new database, or to open an existing one. This allows the application to go back using the native file dialog for each operating system and maintain the integrity of user intentions (which was not previously possible with native dialogs).

More bugfixes and features:
- added: Extension-based collations (like the ICU) can be now registered in databases using Collations Editor window.
- added: Added support for column list syntax in CREATE VIEW.
- added: Added checking if data types are matched in both columns while creating foreign column. This applies for Column Dialog Foreign Key, Table Foreign Key and also in the Query Executor (user will receive warning if executed query breaks the Foreign Key data type alignment).
- added: During exporting data in Export Dialog, the progress bar now shows number of rows already exported in real time (still filesystem may buffer writing operation, so data may appear in the output file with delay).
- added: Data cell focus and current data page is maintained during data reload.
- changed: Dialog geometry is saved & restored for several dialog windows (i.e. Import, Export, Populate and more...).
- changed: When loading SQL script into SQL Editor, contents of current editor are retained. Instead another editor is open to load SQL script, with exception when current editor is empty - in that case it is used for loading.
- changed: When trying to load SQLite database as SQL script into SQL Editor window, application detects it and opens Database dialog for that file instead.
- changed: When trying to load huge SQL script (over 10MB) into SQL Editor, user is asked to confirm it.

Fixed:
- Fixed Linux installer error 'logname: no login name'
- Fixed current query highligting color to respect configured color, instead of always using default color. Also removed query content selection after execution.
- Fixed Database Dialog file selection, so user has clear understanding whether new file is to be created, or existing file to open. Also fixes file selection dialog on MacOS when creating new database file.
- Fixed sorting order cached in data view when executing query with less columns than previously
- Fixed crash when using NOT NULL DEFERRABLE INITIALLY DEFERRED
- BIGFIX: #3454 German translation fixes
- Fixed detecting cell value change (to enable commit button) when erasing cell with BLOB value starting with null byte.
- Fixed querying ROWID column from tables. It no longer causes issues with editing query result data.
- Fixed moving/copying Views from one base to another using drag&drop or copy&paste.
- Fixed application freezing when loading big files into SQL editor (over 1MB or bigger). Now it can work with huge files, although all smart helpers (e.g. syntax highlighting, etc) are disabled in such window.
- Fixed executing SQL directly from file, so it does not skip CREATE TRIEGGER statements
- Fixed executing SQL directly from file, so it no longer disables foreign key checks during execution
- Fixed Foreign Key dropdown in data grid when foreign key references 2 different tables with same foreign column name in both referenced table
- Fixed tiny memory leak in the import() function.
- Fixed import() function options parser, so it no longer overwrites import plugin configuration with incorrect types of configuration values (i.e. string 'true' instead of expected boolean)
- Fixed executing large DDL scripts (more than 100 DDL statements) with CREATE TRIGGER in them
- Fixed warning message of forbidded cell edition when trying to do it on a multi-level View results, where the View was given an alias name. Now the warning is clear about forbidden edition due to multi-level View
- Fixed question dialog for going back to structure tab if there are uncommited structure changes
- Fixed broken order of data insertion when adding new row to a table with GENERATED column
- Added extra calls for cleaning up WAL files upon application exit
- Fixed copying (drag&drop or copy&paste) tables between databases when a column in the table requires quoting due to being a keyword.
- Fixed unchecking Named Constraint option in constraint configuration
- Improved cell editing behavior, so entering edition with Enter key or mouse Double-Click no longer preselects whole value.
- Fixed custom SQL functions editor to prevent duplicated argument names. Also fixed correct argumentName-to-value assignment if arguments share same initial part of their name. Also fixed handling of differnt type of arguments passed to custom SQL function.
- #5082 #5083 Fixed cell editing to preselect proper FK value from dropdown, to correctly load cell value if it containts single quote character and to have proper content selection depending on how editing is triggered.
- When editing FK value inline (not from dropdown), the autocompleted value also updates selection of item in the dropdown (yet to be shown if user chooses so). This also fixes up/down keyboard navigation basing on autocompleted value.
- GitHub Actions Linux build: include qt5-qtwayland to fix segfault in AlmaLinux 9.3
- Bunch of SchemaResolver optimizations, resulting in huge performance boost when opening/modifying databases with thousands of tables (from minutes down to milliseconds for opening database with ~6000 tables).
- Improved handling of columns named 'true' or 'false', which are allowed in SQLite, but are treated in a very unusual way by SQLite.