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MySQL to PDF Converter

Transform MySQL database dumps into PDF format

MySQL Input

PDF Preview

Table styling below will be rendered into the PDF.

Paste MySQL data to preview the table and export a PDF.

About MySQL to PDF Converter

Convert MySQL database dumps (CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements) to PDF document with professional formatting. Perfect for reports, documentation, and data sharing.

Key Features

  • Automatic Parsing: Extracts table structure and data from MySQL dumps
  • Professional Styling: Purple headers, alternating row colors, clean typography
  • Page Formats: Support for A4, Letter, and Legal page sizes
  • Orientation: Portrait or landscape orientation
  • Live Preview: See exactly how your PDF will look before downloading
  • Copy HTML: Copy the generated HTML table markup
  • File Upload: Upload .sql files directly
  • Instant Generation: Real-time PDF creation in your browser

How to Use

  1. Input MySQL Data: Paste your MySQL CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements or upload a .sql file
  2. Configure Options: Choose header settings, page size, and orientation
  3. Preview: Review the table styling in the preview panel
  4. Download PDF: Click "Download PDF" to generate and save your document
  5. Optional: Copy the HTML table markup for use elsewhere

Page Formats

  • A4: 210 × 297 mm (standard international format)
  • Letter: 8.5 × 11 inches (standard US format)
  • Legal: 8.5 × 14 inches (legal documents)

Example Conversion

MySQL Input:

CREATE TABLE employees (
  id INT PRIMARY KEY,
  name VARCHAR(100),
  age INT,
  city VARCHAR(50)
);

INSERT INTO employees VALUES (1, 'John Doe', 28, 'New York');
INSERT INTO employees VALUES (2, 'Jane Smith', 34, 'London');

PDF Output:

Creates a professional PDF document with a styled table containing the column headers (id, name, age, city) and all data rows with purple headers and alternating row colors.

Common Use Cases

  • Database Reports: Generate PDF reports from database exports
  • Documentation: Create documentation from database schemas
  • Data Sharing: Share database content in a portable format
  • Presentations: Include database tables in presentations
  • Archival: Archive database snapshots as PDF documents
  • Client Reports: Provide clients with formatted data reports

Supported MySQL Syntax

  • CREATE TABLE: Extracts column names and table structure
  • INSERT INTO ... VALUES: Parses data from INSERT statements
  • Quoted Values: Handles single and double quotes properly
  • Multiple Inserts: Processes multiple INSERT statements
  • Escaped Characters: Properly handles escaped quotes and special characters

Styling Features

  • Purple Headers: Professional purple (#8b5cf6) header background
  • Alternating Rows: White and light gray alternating row colors
  • Clean Typography: Inter font family for modern appearance
  • Proper Spacing: Optimized padding and margins
  • Border Styling: Subtle borders for clear cell separation
  • Report Header: Includes title and generation date

Tips for Best Results

  • Use landscape orientation for wide tables with many columns
  • Enable header row for better readability
  • Keep cell content concise for better PDF formatting
  • Preview before downloading to ensure proper layout
  • Use A4 for international distribution, Letter for US audiences
  • Consider splitting very large tables into multiple PDFs

Technical Details

  • PDF Generation: Uses html2pdf.js for client-side PDF creation
  • HTML Rendering: Converts HTML table to PDF with proper styling
  • Browser-Based: All processing happens in your browser
  • No Server Required: Complete privacy and security

Privacy & Security

All conversions happen locally in your browser. Your MySQL data is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security. The PDF is generated entirely client-side.