Managing Multiple Databases
Learn how to efficiently navigate, switch between, and organize multiple databases in your Boltic Tables workspace.
Database Navigation
Quick Switching
Process: Database dropdown in top navigation → Search for specific databases → Click to switch
| Element | Purpose | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Database Dropdown | Shows current database and provides switching | Top navigation bar |
| Search Field | Find databases quickly by name | Inside database dropdown |
| Instance Labels | Identify which resource hosts each database | Next to database names |
Understanding Database Labels
Your databases show instance information to help identify where they're hosted:
Examples:
Customer DB (Instance: Boltic Cloud)- Managed by BolticProduction DB (Instance: aws-resource)- Your AWS infrastructureAnalytics DB (Instance: gcp-resource)- Your GCP infrastructure
Creating Tables in Specific Databases
Target Selection Process
| Action | Process | Verification |
|---|---|---|
| Select Target | Choose connector → Select database via dropdown → Verify instance | Database shows correct instance label |
| Create Table | "Create Table" button → Verify context shows correct connector/database | Dialog displays proper target database |
| Complete | Enter table name → Click "Create" | Table appears in correct database |
Step-by-Step Table Creation
- Choose Connector: Select the connector containing your target database
- Select Database: Use the database dropdown to choose your target
- Create Table: Click "Create Table" and confirm the dialog shows correct context
- Name Your Table: Enter a descriptive table name
- Submit: Click "Create" to build the table in the selected database
For detailed table creation methods: Table Creation Guide
Troubleshooting Navigation Issues
| Issue | Solution | Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Can't find database | • Use search in database dropdown • Check if you're in correct connector • Verify database was created successfully | Database Creation Guide |
| Tables appearing in wrong database | • Always verify database dropdown before creating tables • Check breadcrumb context • Use database instance labels for confirmation | Table Creation Guide |
| Confused about resources | • Note instance labels next to database names |