Can SQL store documents?

Can you store documents in a database?

To save a file in a database, it often needs to be converted in a way so it can be correctly stored. If you choose to store the file as text, you might decide to store it in base64 format for example. You'll need to write some logic in your application to convert files to base64 before they're saved into the database.

Can PDF be stored in SQL?

When we store PDF file in SQL Server database, we need to convert the PDF file into a byte array and then put it into the varbinary(max) field of a table. From your description, you want to use VB code to store the PDF file into SQL Server database, I recommend you post the question in the VB.NET forums.

Can we save file in SQL Server?

To save a query: Use the Save command in the application toolbar. In the Save File As window, choose a name and a location to save your query.

Is SQL the best way to store data?

Anyway, here is the TLDR: Use No-SQL for everything except extremely important data storage and processing like financial transactions. No-SQL is way faster and stores data better.