How to update column with null value

Question

I am using mysql and need to update a column with a null value. I have tried this many different ways and the best I have gotten is an empty string.

Is there a speci

Answer 1

For those facing a similar issue, I found that when 'simulating' a SET = NULL query, PHPMyAdmin would throw an error. It's a red herring.. just run the query and all will be well.