File Extension Database

Open DBML File

DBML (Database Markup Language) is a database schema language that lets you define your schema in a declarative way. It is easy to understand and brings productivity to database modeling and schema migrations. Now, let's have a look at possible formats and ways to open or use these files...

Interacting with DBML Files in Text Editor

DBML files are in plain text format, so they can be opened and modified using a standard text editor like Visual Studio Code or Sublime Text. There are also a few plugins available such as DBML VSCode that provide syntax highlighting and autocomplete features, enhancing the user experience.

Converting DBML Files to Other Formats

DBML files can be converted to other formats such as SQL, PNG or SVG export for documentation purposes. Tools like dbml.org or the Dbdocs can be used online to automatically generate diagrams from your DBML files and provide a visual representation of the database schema.

Using DBML Files for Database Schema Migration

DBML files can also be used to define database schema in a given project. With the use of a tool like Sequelize, you can automate the process of database schema migration. By defining your schema in a DBML file, you can share this file with your team, ensuring everybody works with the same database setup.

DBML File Important Information

The DBML file extension is specific to Database Markup Language, a useful tool for documenting databases. Remember that working with DBML files requires you to use a compatible tool or text editor and some understanding of the language to manipulate the database schema. It is essential to keep in mind that a poorly designed schema could lead to implementation errors and potential loss of data.

Typical DBML application file locations:

"g:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 10.0\Common7\IDE\devenv.exe" /dde
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 11.0\Common7\IDE\devenv.exe" /dde
c:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0\Common7\IDE\devenv.exe /dde
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0\Common7\IDE\devenv.exe" /dde
c:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0\Common7\IDE\vsta.exe /dde
"C:\Program Files (x86)\Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0\Common7\IDE\vsta.exe" /dde

Frequently used application names to open DBML files:

Microsoft Visual Studio 10.0
Microsoft Visual Studio 11.0
Microsoft Visual Studio 9.0

Frequently associated Windows objects:

VisualStudio.ORDesigner.10.0
VisualStudio.ORDesigner.11.0
VisualStudio.ORDesigner.9.0
VSTA.ORDesigner.9.0

How Can I Open DBML File on Windows

We researched and learned that the best way to open DBML file is to find a DBML file in question in Windows OS File Explorer and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DBML file is not opened in an application and you instead get a "Windows can't open a file" error message you should try looking for an application which can open the file in question.
If you know the application which can open DBML file then run it and see if there is a File->Open main menu option in the application.
If you don't know the application which function as DBML file opener then try to search online for "DBML viewer", "application to open DBML file" or "open DBML file" queries in the search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can open DBML file

How Can I Open DBML File on Mac OS

We recommend to find a DBML file in question in Mac OS Finder and double click on it to launch the corresponding application.
If a DBML file is not opened in a Mac OS application and you instead get a "There is no application set to open the file" error message you can click on "Search App Store" in the error dialog and Mac OS will show you applications compatible with DBML file.
If you know the Mac OS application which can work as DBML file opener you can choose the "Choose Application..." option in the error box to associate the file extension and open DBML file in it.
If you don't know the application which can open DBML file then try to search for "DBML viewer", "application to open DBML file" or "read DBML file" queries in the online search engine you like.
Install the application you found and check if it can read DBML file

How Can I Open DBML File on Android

If you downloaded a DBML file on Android device you can open it by following steps below:

In the Android apps list on your Android device find "My Files" or "File manager" app and tap to start it.
Tap on "Downloads" folder inside the app.
You should see your downloaded DBML file in that folder.
Tap on the file. If Android device supports opening the file you downloaded it will open in the corresponding app.
If file does not open you can look for the corresponding app that can open the file by searching Android App Store for the "DBML".
If you cannot open the file with the apps from Android App Store it is possible that the file could only be opened on desktop platforms such as Windows or Mac OS. Try searching for "DBML viewer", "DBML file reader" online and see if any desktop applications can open it.
It is also possible that the file you downloaded is outdated and is no longer supported.

How to Open DBML File on iPhone or iPad

To open DBML File on iOS device follow steps below:

We advies to open Files app on your iPhone or iPad device. You can find it by swiping down on the home screen and typing "Files" in the search bar.
Tap on the Downloads folder on the Files app home screen.
You will see all files that you recently downloaded. Tap on the DBML file to view it.
If you have the right app that can open it it will automatically launch and open your file.
If you don't have the app which can open it you need to serch Apple app store for "DBML". This way you can find apps which can open DBML files.
If this doesn't help it is possible that your file could be opened only by the desktop application. To find an app which can open it on desktop look for "DBML viewer" or "DBML file" online in your favorite search engine.

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