Re: show the fields of table name in oracle

Matt wrote:
> Given the table name, how to tell the structure of table in oracle?
> For example, I know the table name called Student, but I want to know the
> fields of table student. If I query "Select * from Student;" it only
> displays all records, which I don't want.
>
> Please advise. thanks!!

desc <table_name> ... so for example:
SQL> desc mytable

For a full description if an object table: SQL> set describe depth all linenum on indent on SQL> desc mytable

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