From: julian Date: 2006-03-28T20:18:55+09:00 Subject: Re: using mysql client to read a file to create a table in a database in a mysql server I appologise, I do not understand your post Aviator please write more... I do v much appreciate your responce and will keep an eye on this topic over the next couple of days at least.. Ta v Much what does the syntax you describe do please. ta once more 4 your help julian