How do I export data from MySQL

Exporting data from MySQL is a common task when you need to back up your database or migrate data to another system. The process can be performed using the MySQL command-line tools, graphical tools like phpMyAdmin, or by writing scripts in various programming languages. Below, we provide an example of exporting data using a MySQL command.

Here’s a simple way to export a table from MySQL using the command line:

mysqldump -u username -p database_name table_name > export_file.sql

In this command:

  • username: Your MySQL username.
  • database_name: The name of the database that contains the table you want to export.
  • table_name: The name of the table you want to export.
  • export_file.sql: The name of the file where the exported data will be saved.

After running the command, you will be prompted to enter your MySQL password. The output file will contain the SQL statements needed to recreate the table and insert the data.


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