How do I find my database engine?

How do I check my storage engine in MySQL?

Issue the SHOW ENGINES statement to view the available MySQL storage engines. Look for DEFAULT in the SUPPORT column. mysql> SHOW ENGINES; Alternatively, query the INFORMATION_SCHEMA.

What is the engine in MySQL?

InnoDB is mostly used general-purpose storage engine and as of MySQL 5.5 and later it is the default engine. There are many storage engines available in MySQL and they are used for different purposes.

What is an engine in a database?

A database engine is the underlying system that a database uses to function. Many different technologies rely on internal "engines," which are the fundamental building blocks on which they operate.

What is default MySQL engine?

The default engine is InnoDB in MySQL 8.0. You can specify the default engine by using the --default-storage-engine server startup option, or by setting the default-storage-engine option in the my. cnf configuration file.