I was unable to find previous discussions regarding embedding newline characters into SQL Server VARCHAR or NVARCHAR fields. While working on my current project, I had to explore this concept from scratch. I decided to share the method I discovered to help anyone facing a similar situation. This explanation covers how to include line breaks within SQL Server string types, ensuring that your text formats correctly when stored or displayed. I hope this solution proves useful to others.
hey, i worked by concatenting char(13)+char(10) in my queries. have u ever tried shiftings or using escape sequences instead? what peculiar issues did you face with newlines in your case?
An alternative approach to embedding a newline in SQL Server involves storing the newline in a variable and then incorporating it into your VARCHAR or NVARCHAR string using string concatenation. I experimented by declaring a variable that contained the newline via the CHAR function and then used it within my query. This method is particularly helpful when building dynamic SQL or when text assembly is performed in stages. Consistent testing in both SQL Server Management Studio and in your application interface can help ensure that the newline is rendered as expected.
hey, u can try combining char(10) with char(13) directly in your query. it tends to work well for stored procs. try it in your enviroment to see if it meets ur formatting needs!