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How does LINQ handle large dataset pagination efficiently?

Updated May 16, 2026

Short answer

LINQ uses Skip and Take, but efficient pagination requires proper indexing and ordering.

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Pagination in LINQ is translated into SQL OFFSET/FETCH or equivalent constructs. However, large offsets become inefficient because the database still scans skipped rows. Keyset pagination (seek method) is often preferred for large datasets. Proper ordering and indexing are essential for consistent and performant pagination.

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