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+Takes multiple tables stored in a SQL database and converts each to a worksheet within the same Excel file. Ideal for when you primarily work in SQL but need to export and share data with people who have no SQL experience.
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+Allows for the masking of columns of your choice, in case sensitive data is included in the tables to be shared.