How to Repair a Corrupted MySQL Table

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If you suspect a MySQL table is corrupted, follow these steps to repair it: 1. Check Table Status Run this command in the MySQL CLI to verify the table’s condition: sql Copy code CHECK TABLE table_name; If the table uses the MyISAM storage engine, follow these steps: Stop the MySQL service to avoid conflicts. Run: bash Copy code myisamchk -r /path/to/table_name.MYI 4. Restore from Backup (If Repair Fails) If the repair doesn’t work, restore the table from a recent backup and replay logs if necessary