🔧 How to Easily Import Large SQL Database Files into MySQL Using Command Line

Importing large SQL database files into MySQL can seem daunting, but it's actually quite straightforward with the right command. In this post, we'll walk you through the process step by step.

Step-by-Step Guide to Importing a Large SQL Database File into MySQL:

1. Open Command Prompt
Open your Command Prompt. You can do this by pressing Win + R, typing cmd, and pressing Enter.

2. Navigate to the Directory Containing Your SQL File:
Use the cdcommand to navigate to the directory where your SQL file is located. For example:

cd C:\Users\haseeb\Downloads

3. Run the MySQL Import Command:
Now, you can use the following command to import your SQL file into MySQL. Replace root with your MySQL username, your_database_name with your database name, and db_backup_sql_file.sql with your SQL file name.

mysql -u root -p your_database_name < db_backup_sql_file.sql

You'll be prompted to enter your MySQL password. Once you do, the import process will begin.

3. Confirm the Import:
After the command has executed, check your database to ensure all data has been imported correctly.

That's it! You've successfully imported a large SQL database file into MySQL using the command line.

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