When use libmysql-6.1.dll or libmysql.dll?

When editing a MySQL database using HeidiSQL, you may be asked to choose a library to use. Both libmysql-6.1.dll and libmysql.dll are valid options. To determine which one to select, consult your MySQL documentation for the version of the database you are using.

Issue

When editing a MySQL database using HeidiSQL, you may be asked to choose a library to use. Which library should you select?

Answer

Both libmysql-6.1.dll and libmysql.dll are valid options. To determine which one to select, consult your MySQL documentation for the version of the database you are using.