BRIEF OVERVIEW
Moving cells within a notebook in Databricks allows you to rearrange your code or analysis logic for better organization and readability. It’s a useful feature that helps streamline your work and improve collaboration with team members.
FAQs
Q: How can I move cells within a notebook?
A: To move cells, follow these steps:
- Select the cell you want to move by clicking on it.
- Drag the selected cell to the desired location using the handle at its left edge.
- Release the mouse button to drop the cell into its new position.
Q: Can I move multiple cells at once?
A: Yes, you can select multiple cells by holding down “Shift” or “Ctrl” (or “Command” on Mac) while clicking on each desired cell. Once selected, you can drag them all together as a group to relocate them simultaneously.
Q: Is there any other way to move cells without dragging?
A: Alternatively, you can use keyboard shortcuts for moving cells:
- Moving Up: Select one or more cells, then press “M” followed by an arrow key (e.g., up arrow) until they reach the desired position. Release all keys when done.
- Moving Down: Select one or more cells, then press “M” followed by another arrow key (e.g., down arrow) until they are in the desired location. Release all keys when done.
BOTTOM LINE
Moving cells within a Databricks notebook is a straightforward process that can be done by dragging and dropping or using keyboard shortcuts. It allows you to organize your code, analysis, and notes more efficiently for better readability and collaboration.