How to Create a Database in phpMyAdmin

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This guide will show you how to create a database in phpMyAdmin.

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Go to your phpMyAdmin homepage.

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    It can usually be found under these directories, depending on your server setup.
    • http://localhost:8888/phpMyAdmin/
    • http://localhost/phpmyadmin
    • http://{your-ip-address}/phpmyadmin/
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Type a name for your new database.

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    For example, "my_new_database".
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Click "Create."

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    You can now make changes to your database as needed.

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