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How do I shrink an MDF file?

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  1. Why is my MDF file so big?
  2. How do I shrink a database file?
  3. Can I open an MDF file?
  4. What is the difference between shrink database and shrink file?
mdf). Just like shrinking transaction log, there are multiple ways to shrink the data file. Login to SSMS. In the Object Explorer, expand the Databases folder. Select the database whose log file you want to shrink. Right click the database and select Tasks >> Shrink >> Database.


Why is my MDF file so big?

Because the MDF was allocated with 154Gb, or has grown to 154Gb through various operations. A database file has at least the size of the data in it, but it can be larger than the used amount by any amount.

How do I shrink a database file?

To shrink a data or log file1In Object Explorer, connect to an instance of the SQL Server Database Engine and then expand that instance.2Expand Databases and then right-click the database that you want to shrink.3Point to Tasks, point to Shrink, and then click Files. ... 4Select the file type and file name.Shrink a File - SQL Server | Microsoft Docs

Can I open an MDF file?

MDF files are called Media Disc Image Files developed by Alcohol software, and these files are categorized as disk image files. MDF files can be opened by these applications but the application called H+H Software Virtual CD can also open MDF files.

What is the difference between shrink database and shrink file?

"Shrinkdatabase shrinks all the files in the database, shrinkfile shrinks only the specified file."

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