Fix pgAdmin 'Unable to Connect to Server' on Port 5432 - Set CMD as Default Terminal App in Windows 11-Docker Compose Address Already in Use Solution

Updated 2026-06-14 15:40:11developer-tools
Fix pgAdmin 'Unable to Connect to Server' on Port 5432 - Set CMD as Default Terminal App in Windows 11-Docker Compose Address Already in Use Solution
Before changing system settings, save your work and note the exact error text so you can compare results after each step.

Extra verification checklist

  • Restart the affected app after changing permissions or configuration files.
  • Test the same workflow in a clean browser profile or a temporary user account.
  • Compare the result on another network if the error may be connection related.