# Modify a Database Configuration

You can modify the configuration for an IDOL Content component database by updating the parameters for the database in the configuration file, or by using the `DREDBSETOPTIONS` index action. For more information, refer to the IDOL Server Reference.

Alternatively, you can modify the configuration for a database by using the IDOL Admin interface.

To edit a database in IDOL Admin

1. In the Control menu, click Databases.

2. In the Database Control column, click next to the database that you want to edit.

   The Edit Database Properties dialog box opens.

3. Update the settings as required, then click Edit.

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