Schema compare workspace is the storage and the interface for managing SQL Server databases, database credentials, comparison sessions and a few other settings.

The workspace interface is divided into three sections:

Workspace Links - this section provides links that allow you to create a new workspace, add SQL Servers to the workspace, compare databases and access application settings.
Databases/Snapshots - contains the databases and the snapshots registered in the workspace. Moving the mouse over a server shows two server action links: "Edit", which allows you to change the server connection settings or add/remove databases from it; "Remove", which removes a server from the workspace. Moving the mouse over a database, shows two database action links: "Take a Snapshot", which allows you to take a snapshot of the database; "Remove Database" which removes the database from the workspace.
Comparison History - contains the comparison sessions in the order specified in the Application Settings. Schema compare provides one-click comparison, which allows you to rerun a comparison just by clicking on a saved session.

Workspace Storage

The workspace stores its settings in a database file, which by default is: C:\ProgramData\xSQL Software\SQL Server Comparison Bundle\SchemaCompare\Workspace\workspace.db. If you prefer to use a different file on a different folder, do the followings:

Copy the default database file to a folder of your choosing. Rename it if you wish to do so.
Launch schema compare, open the Application Settings and change the workspace database to the file you created.

The workspace requires write permissions to its database file. If it can't write to its database, it will display a read-only message.