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DBeaver Import Guide

DBeaver is a powerful cross-platform GUI, but big scripts need file mode to avoid running out of memory.

Best for

  • • Cross-database work (MySQL, Postgres, more)
  • • Browsing and editing data visually
  • • Running scripts that fit in memory

Limitations

  • • Editor loads the whole file — freezes on big scripts
  • • Default Java heap is often too low

Pro tip

Split large dumps before import to avoid timeouts and packet errors.

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