Can't find MySQL on MAC

Question

I just installed MySQL on my Mac and I can't find usr/local/mysql on my machine. I cd to the home directory but when I type in cd usr I can't see it and I am unable to determine if MySQL was installed.

How can I find the installation?

Answer 1

Terminal window:

cd /usr

To view hidden folders in Finder:

1. Open Terminal found in Finder > Applications > Utilities

2. In Terminal, paste the following:

   defaults write com.apple.finder AppleShowAllFiles YES

3. Press return.

4. Hold the Option/alt key,
5. Then right click on the Finder icon in the dock and select Relaunch

Answer 2

go to terminal

type cd /usr/local you will find your mysql folder