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PostgreSQL describe table — Run with timestamp

Print a timestamp immediately before running the command. Base task: Describe a PostgreSQL table in psql.

Copy-ready commandPostgreSQL describe table — Run with timestamp
date --iso-8601=seconds; \d users

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Appropriate database client and connection
Permissions
Database privileges vary
Last reviewed
2026-08-01

Examples

Run with timestamp

Print a timestamp immediately before running the command.

date --iso-8601=seconds; \d users

Common errors

Command or option not supported

Confirm the installed platform version supports the base command and the added output or wrapper option.

Access denied or insufficient privileges

Run with the administrative role or delegated permission required by the underlying command.