Preview Template
Preview Template allows you to inspect a database template before importing it into your project.
Instead of importing a template immediately, you can review its structure, understand the included database objects, and decide whether it matches your project requirements.
Previewing templates helps you make informed decisions and avoid unnecessary changes after import.
Before you begin
Before previewing a template, ensure that you have:
- Access to the Template Library
- Permission to create a Database Schema
[!NOTE] Previewing a template does not create or modify any project resources.
What can you preview?
A template preview may include:
- Database overview
- Tables
- Columns
- Relationships
- Constraints
- Database structure
The available preview information depends on the selected template.
Preview a template
To preview a database template:
- Open Template Library.
- Browse the available templates.
- Select a template.
- Open the preview.
Review the template carefully before importing it into your project.
Template information
A template preview may display:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Template Name | Name of the template |
| Description | Summary of the template |
| Category | Business domain |
| Tables | Included database tables |
| Relationships | Included relationships |
| Preview Diagram | Visual overview of the schema |
Review before importing
Before importing a template, verify that it:
- Matches your application requirements
- Includes the required database entities
- Uses an appropriate database structure
- Can be customized for your project
Previewing helps you select the most suitable starting point.
Benefits
Previewing templates helps you:
- Understand the database structure
- Compare multiple templates
- Select the most suitable template
- Reduce unnecessary imports
Best practices
- Review the template before importing.
- Compare multiple templates if necessary.
- Choose the template closest to your business requirements.
- Customize the imported schema after import.
[!TIP] Spending a few minutes reviewing a template before importing can save significant time during database design.