SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) Version 20.0 is now in preview release. Lets check it out! Microsoft Docs: Release Notes for SSMS 20 Preview 1 (Release date: February 29, 2024). Release Notes: Highlights: – Installation of SSMS also automatically installs […]
Download and Install SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS)
In this quick guide, we’ll walk you through the simple steps to download and install SSMS on your Windows machine. Plus, we’ll throw in some handy tips to enhance your SSMS experience. SSMS Download Head to the official Microsoft website […]
Open SSMS With a Different User
When dealing with SQL Server within a corporate setting, there might be instances where connecting to the server requires the use of a different Domain User account. This scenario is common, especially when testing access and permissions for newly created […]
How to Increase Maximum Characters Displayed in SSMS
In SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), the default maximum number of characters retrieved in a column when using Results to Text is 256 characters. This means if you have a column containing more than 256 chars the output will be […]
SSMS Disk Usage By Top Tables Report
Today, we’re going to talk about one of the most important reports you can run in SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS) – the Disk Usage by Top Tables report. This report provides valuable insights into the size and usage of […]
Show Line Numbers in SSMS for Debugging and Coding Ease
If you’re a frequent user of SQL Server Management Studio (SSMS), you may have noticed that the query window doesn’t show line numbers by default. While this may not be a dealbreaker for some, having line numbers can be a […]