SQL to PDF Converter

About SQL to PDF Converter

Convert SQL database dumps (CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements) to professional PDF documents with formatted tables. Perfect for reports, documentation, presentations, and sharing database information in a portable format.

Key Features

• Multiple Page Formats: A4, Letter, and Legal paper sizes
• Page Orientation: Portrait or landscape layout options
• Professional Styling: Purple-themed headers with alternating row colors
• Live Preview: See how your table will look before generating PDF
• Header Row: Optional header row with distinct styling
• Smart Parsing: Extracts column names and data from SQL dumps

How to Use

1. Input SQL Data: Paste your SQL CREATE TABLE and INSERT statements or upload a .sql file
2. Choose Page Format: Select A4, Letter, or Legal paper size
3. Set Orientation: Choose portrait or landscape orientation
4. Configure Options: Toggle header row inclusion
5. Preview: Review the table preview on the right side
6. Download PDF: Click the Download PDF button to generate and save your document

Page Formats

A4 (210 × 297 mm):

• International standard paper size
• Most common format worldwide
• Ideal for European and Asian markets
• Recommended for international documents

Letter (8.5 × 11 in):

• North American standard paper size
• Common in USA, Canada, and Mexico
• Slightly wider and shorter than A4
• Best for US business documents

Legal (8.5 × 14 in):

• Extended North American format
• 3 inches longer than Letter size
• Used for legal documents and contracts
• Provides more vertical space for tables

Page Orientation

Portrait:

• Vertical layout (height > width)
• Standard for most documents
• Best for tables with few columns
• Traditional reading orientation

Landscape:

• Horizontal layout (width > height)
• Ideal for wide tables with many columns
• Provides more horizontal space
• Better for data-heavy tables

Example Conversion

SQL Input:

CREATE TABLE employees (
  id INT,
  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:

A professionally formatted PDF document with:

• Purple header row with white text
• Alternating white and light gray row backgrounds
• Clean borders and proper spacing
• Professional typography using Inter font
• Optimized for printing and digital viewing

Table Styling

The generated PDF includes professional styling:

• Header: Purple background (#8b5cf6) with white text
• Borders: Clean borders around cells for clarity
• Alternating Rows: White and light gray for readability
• Typography: Inter font family for modern appearance
• Spacing: Proper padding for comfortable reading

Common Use Cases

• Business Reports: Create professional database reports for stakeholders
• Documentation: Document database schemas and sample data
• Presentations: Include database information in presentations
• Data Sharing: Share database snapshots with non-technical users
• Archiving: Archive database states for compliance and records
• Client Deliverables: Provide data exports to clients in PDF format

Best Practices

• Choose Appropriate Format: Use A4 for international, Letter for US documents
• Use Landscape for Wide Tables: Switch to landscape if you have many columns
• Include Headers: Always include header rows for clarity
• Preview Before Export: Check the preview to ensure proper formatting
• Limit Data Size: For very large datasets, consider splitting into multiple PDFs
• Test Printing: Print a test page to verify appearance on paper

Technical Details

The converter uses:

• html2pdf.js: High-quality PDF generation library
• html2canvas: Accurate HTML to canvas rendering
• jsPDF: PDF document creation and manipulation
• High Resolution: 2x scale for crisp text and borders
• Compression: PDF compression for smaller file sizes

File Size Optimization

Tips for managing PDF file sizes:

• Limit Rows: Large tables create larger PDFs
• Use Compression: Automatic compression is enabled
• Avoid Complex Formatting: Simple tables generate smaller files
• Consider Splitting: Split very large datasets into multiple PDFs

Printing Recommendations

• Color Printing: Best results with color printers for purple headers
• Black & White: Headers will appear as dark gray
• Paper Quality: Use standard office paper (20-24 lb)
• Margins: 10mm margins are pre-configured for proper printing

Privacy & Security

All conversions happen locally in your browser. Your SQL data is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy and security. The PDF is generated entirely on your device.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Why does my table get cut off or split across pages?

Very wide or tall tables may span multiple PDF pages depending on page size and orientation. Try switching to landscape orientation, choosing a larger format such as Legal, or reducing the number of columns and rows per document.

Can I change fonts or add a logo?

The built-in styling uses a clean default font and layout. If you need custom branding, you can export the PDF and then post-process it, or adapt the underlying HTML/CSS in your own project using the same conversion approach.

Is the generated PDF suitable for printing?

Yes. The converter uses high-resolution rendering with appropriate margins so that the result prints cleanly on standard office printers. For very dense tables, you may want to test a sample printout and adjust layout as needed.

Does PDF generation work offline?

Once the page is loaded in your browser, the conversion runs entirely on your device using client-side libraries. No external server calls are required to create the PDF.

Can I protect or password-lock the PDF?

This tool focuses on layout and conversion. If you require password protection or digital signatures, you can use a dedicated PDF tool or library after downloading the generated file.

What if my SQL input fails to parse?

If the SQL cannot be parsed into a table, the preview will remain empty and no meaningful PDF can be generated. Check that your input includes a valid CREATE TABLE statement and matching INSERT statements for the rows.