What Is Alter in Mysql

Description. The MySQL ALTER TABLE statement is used to add, modify, or drop/delete columns in a table. The MySQL ALTER TABLE statement is also used to rename a table.

What is the use of alter in MySQL?

MySQL ALTER statement is used when you want to change the name of your table or any table field. It is also used to add or delete an existing column in a table. The ALTER statement is always used with “ADD”, “DROP” and “MODIFY” commands according to the situation.

How do I edit a table in MySQL?

You can add or modify the columns or indexes of a table, change the engine, add foreign keys, or alter the table name. To access the MySQL Table Editor, right-click a table name in the Navigator area of the sidebar with the Schemas secondary tab selected and click Alter Table.

Sophia Al-Mansoor

Sophia Al-Mansoor

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