How to open sqlite database in visual studio

To open an SQLite database in Visual Studio, follow these steps depending on which version or extension you’re using:

✅ Option 1: Use the “SQLite/SQL Server Compact Toolbox” (Visual Studio for Windows)

1. Install the extension:
   • Open Visual Studio
   • Go to Extensions → Manage Extensions
   • Search for: SQLite / SQL Server Compact Toolbox /SQLite Viewer
   • Install and restart Visual Studio
2. Open the Toolbox:
   • Go to View → SQLite / SQL Server Compact Toolbox
3. Add your database:
   • Right-click on the toolbox → Add SQLite Database
   • Browse to your .sqlite or .db file and open it
4. Browse tables and run queries

✅ Option 2: Open with “DB Browser for SQLite” (Any OS including macOS)

If you’re using Visual Studio on Mac or don’t have the extension:

1. Download DB Browser for SQLite
   → https://sqlitebrowser.org/
2. Open the .sqlite or .db file from that tool
3. Run SQL, browse tables, and make changes easily

✅ Option 3: Use the Terminal/CLI

If you just want to inspect the DB quickly:

sqlite3 mydatabase.sqlite

Then run commands like:

.tables
SELECT * FROM users;

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