How do I find MySQL database on Mac?

Where are MySQL database files Mac?

mysql is found in /usr/local/mysql. Databases are stored in the data folder (/usr/local/mysql/data/databasename). This may be different depending on how you installed it.

How do I access MySQL database on Mac?

You can run the command /usr/local/mysql/bin/mysql -u root -p to connect to the MySQL database server as below. After you input the correct password ( the root password which you set during the MySQL installation ), you can enter the MySQL interactive console. Enter password: Welcome to the MySQL monitor.

How do I find my MySQL database?

Show MySQL Databases The most common way to get a list of the MySQL databases is by using the mysql client to connect to the MySQL server and run the SHOW DATABASES command. If you haven't set a password for your MySQL user you can omit the -p switch.