# SQL Files/Scrapbooks Preferences

SQL files and scrapbooks preferences define the behavior of SQL files in SQL File Editor and SQL Scrapbook.

Table 1. SQL Files/Scrapbooks preferences
Field | Description
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Default Connection Information for New SQL Files/Scrapbooks | Select a connection type, connection profile name, and database to use by default in new SQL File Editor or SQL Scrapbook sessions.
Persist the Target Connection Information When Executing Multiple SQL Files | Use the same target connection information for multiple files.

Related concepts
SQL File Editor
SQL Scrapbook
Related tasks
Creating a SQL File
Editing a SQL File
Opening a SQL File
Saving a SQL File
Executing a SQL File
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SQL Editor Preferences
Code Assist Preferences
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Templates Preferences