How can I modify the name of a view in SQL Server?

To rename a view in SQL Server, you can use the ALTER VIEW statement. Here are the specific steps:

1. Open SQL Server Management Studio and connect to the database where you want to change the name of the view.
2. Expand the “Views” folder in the Object Explorer, and locate the view that needs to be modified.
3. Change the view name to [old view name] and select all columns from [table name].
4. Replace [old view name] with the new view name, then save the query after modifications.
5. Executing this query will successfully modify the name of the view.

Important notes:

1. After changing the view name, any existing references to the view will no longer be valid and will need to be updated accordingly.
2. It is advisable to backup the definition of the view before making any changes to its name to prevent any potential errors.
3. If the view is referenced by other objects, such as stored procedures or triggers, these references need to be updated accordingly.