| Problem | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| | Can't connect to server | Check SQL Server service is running ( services.msc → SQL Server). | | Login failed for user | Enable SQL Server Authentication in server properties → Security. | | Query too slow | Use ( Ctrl+M ) and look for table scans. | | SSMS crashes often | Update to latest version; disable add-ins. | | IntelliSense not working | Ctrl+Shift+R to refresh local cache. |
Here are some best practices to keep in mind when using SSMS: | Problem | Likely Fix | |---------|-------------| |