How to add a secondary database
Whilst most WordPress sites only require one database you may have a requirement to add a second.
You can do that from the Databases menu option.
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Clicking Add a secondary database will create your second empty database.
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You'll now see the second database listed.
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Click Details to view the database details and access the database manager (PHPMyAdmin)
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