(v7.0.3 linux) we have unicode databases. it seems that some characters cause trouble for the pg_dump program, (apparently subsequent tabs or newlines in the same record as the character get ignored, causing problems for the next record). using the -d option cures everything. the problems are very erratic. i've noticed them with these characters, but not all the time: ò ß anyone noticed anything like this? Nathaniel Dose ---------------------------(end of broadcast)--------------------------- TIP 5: Have you checked our extensive FAQ? http://www.postgresql.org/users-lounge/docs/faq.html