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PostgreSQL list databases — Basic Usage Help and Syntax

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Copy-ready commandPostgreSQL list databases — Basic Usage Help and Syntax
HELP '\L';
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Help and syntax commands are generally read-only. The original command shown for context may change systems or data; review it before execution.

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Last reviewed
2026-07-31

Examples

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Uses an interactive database help statement where supported to review syntax and related topics.

HELP '\L';

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The original PostgreSQL list databases — Basic Usage example is included for context. Review all parameters before using it in production.

\l

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No help topic was found

Use the database client documentation command, such as PostgreSQL \h, or consult the server version documentation.