nls_characterset specifies the default character set of the database and is used for data types such as CHAR, VARCHAR2, LONG, and CLOB.
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Parameter type | Varchar |
| Default value | AL32UTF8 |
| Value range | N/A |
| Effective scope | GLOBAL |
| Involved in serialization | Yes |
| Plan generation affected | Yes |
| Modifiable | No |