Mysql will prompt you for your password - type in in and hit enter again.
In your case, I'd try /usr/local/mysql/bin/mysql -u root -p then hit enter.Ask Question Asked 10 years, 10 months ago. PHP & MySQL on Mac OS X: Access denied for GUI user. Mysql Mac Os Access Denied For User Root Localhost Using Password Yes.
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