Understanding Variables in phpMyAdmin: A Comprehensive Overview

PHPMyAdmin variables refer to the server variables of the MySQL or MariaDB database server that control its behavior and performance. Users can view and modify these variables through the phpMyAdmin interface.

a) How to edit PHPMyAdmin Variables

1. Log into PHPMyAdmin and click the Variables button. (You can get your PHPMyAdmin URL inside your cPanel or Plesk.)

2. Then, click the Edit button, and you can edit the variable value.

3. Finally, click the Save button to save the changes, or press the esc key to cancel the changes. Notes: These variables can only be edited by a user logged in as root.