How do i access mysql from mac terminal, using xampp?

Question

I am trying to access mysql from my mac\'s terminal.

I have tried just typing

mysql -u root -p

(and Enter, but that doe

Answer 1

if the xampp is install in your mac book just go the file path of cd /Applications/XAMPP/bin/

./mysql -u root -p

than it will ask for password if set than type else enter

mysql is started now !!!!!!!!