Where is my local database?

Where is local database stored?

The system database files for the database are stored in the local AppData path, which is normally hidden. For example, C:\Users\<user>\AppData\Local\Microsoft\Microsoft SQL Server Local DB\Instances\LocalDBApp1\ .

How do I access my local database?

From the Connection type list, select LocalDB. From the Instance list, select the instance to connect to (for example, DEVELOPMENT ). From the Authentication list, select the authentication type: User & Password requires a username and a password.

How do I find my database files?

If you ever need to know where your database files are located, run the following T-SQL code: USE master; SELECT name 'Logical Name', physical_name 'File Location' FROM sys. master_files; This will return a list of all data files and log files for the SQL Server instance.

What is local database?

A local database is one that is local to your application only. It uses an SDF data file, which is SQL Server CE (Compact Edition) format. There is no need to install a server to access an SDF database. You simply distribute the DLLs that constitute SSCE along with your app and access the data file directly.