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Find PostgreSQL Tables That Need VACUUM FREEZE
Apr 2, 2026 / · 3 min read · postgresql administration vacuum maintenance database pg_class pg_settings pg_stat_activity ·Find PostgreSQL Tables That Need VACUUM FREEZE PostgreSQL uses transaction IDs (XIDs) to track which rows are visible to which transactions. Over time, these IDs age. When a table's oldest unfrozen XID gets too old, PostgreSQL triggers an aggressive autovacuum to freeze it. This is controlled by the …
Read MorePostgreSQL Autovacuum Settings Query via pg_settings
Sep 1, 2025 / · 3 min read · postgresql autovacuum database-administration pg-settings sql-queries performance-tuning system-views maintenance pg_settings ·PostgreSQL Autovacuum Settings Query: Complete Guide to pg_settings Analysis This PostgreSQL query provides database administrators with essential insights into autovacuum configuration parameters by querying the pg_settings system view. Understanding these settings is crucial for optimal database performance and …
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