Devart Excel Add-in for SQL Server

With Devart Excel Add-in for SQL Server in its latest version, 1.7, Excel users can now leverage the powerful capabilities of Excel for processing and analyzing data from SQL Server or SQL Azure. Developed by Devart, this add-in allows users to seamlessly edit external data within familiar Excel spreadsheets and seamlessly save data changes back to the SQL Server database.

One of the standout features is its powerful data import capabilities. Users can configure exactly what data to load into their document, selecting specific objects and columns and setting complex data filters. Moreover, the add-in allows for a quick data refresh, enabling users to get the latest data from different sources with just a single click, without having to repeat the entire import operation each time. For those frequently working with databases, this feature can be a significant time-saver.

Adding to its user-friendly design, the Devart Excel Add-in for SQL Server enables easy data modification. Users can edit data in Excel as they typically would, including adding or deleting rows and modifying cell values. Mass data updates, inserts, and deletions are also supported. All these changes can be effortlessly committed back to the data source with a simple click.

The program file size is 53.6 MB, making it a relatively light addition to your system. While it is part of the System Utilities category, it falls under the subcategory of Plugins Add-ons. Users should note that other versions of this add-in are available, including 1.1. The program is also known by aliases such as Excel Add-in for SQL Server.

Pros:

• Efficient and customizable data import options.
• Quick and easy data refreshing.
• User-friendly data modification directly within Excel.

Cons:

• Limited to those who need to frequently integrate SQL Server data with Excel.
• Might require some initial setup for complex data filters and configurations.

For those seeking a free download to enhance their data processing workflow in Excel, the Devart Excel Add-in for SQL Server is a powerful tool that offers substantial flexibility and ease of use.

You may want to check out more software, such as Devart ODBC Driver for SQL Server, Devart dbForge Studio for SQL Server Express Edition or Devart Excel Add-ins, which might be related to Devart Excel Add-in for SQL Server.