To open a query using an external editor, control-click it and select Open with External Editor. You can set the file path of an external editor in Preferences. A man’s best friends are his ten fingers. To successfully establish a new connection to local/remote server - no matter via SSL or SSH, set the database login information in the General tab. Champions keep playing until they get it right. To get a secure connection, the first thing you need to do is to install OpenSSL Library and download Database Source. Always keep your eyes open. Keep watching. Because whatever you see can inspire you. To start working with your server in Navicat, you should first establish a connection or several connections using the Connection window. To open a query using an external editor, control-click it and select Open with External Editor. You can set the file path of an external editor in Preferences.