Through the summary and analysis of coal mining technology,the advantages and disadvantages of traditional coal mining technology and advanced coal mining technology were compared,and the selection method of coal mining technology was discussed.The aim was to study the coal mining technology and its application,so as to improve mining efficiency and ensure mining safety.The research shows that according to the characteristics and conditions of coal mine,combined with the technical indicators of coal mining technology,the appropriate coal mining technology can be effectively chosen to improve the coal mining efficiency and safety.