Power user tips and shortcuts
In this tutorial, you'll master the Ascend platform with these power user tips and shortcuts! Whether you're a data engineer or analyst, these features will boost your productivity, improve organization, and maximize the value of your data pipelines. From rapid search to advanced editing capabilities, here's how to leverage Ascend's full potential.
What you'll learn​
- Cmd+K search to quickly navigate the platform
- Working with multiple files simultaneously in advanced edit mode
- Accessing and analyzing component run history
- Mastering essential keyboard shortcuts to speed up your workflow
Cmd+K search​
Access anything in your project instantly with the universal search bar. Press Cmd+K (Mac) or Ctrl+K (Windows) to launch the search palette. Search for files, flows, components, connections, and more—simply start typing! Use arrow keys to navigate results and press Enter to navigate directly to your selection.
You can even ask Otto a question directly from the Cmd+K search window!
Advanced edit mode​
Ascend's advanced edit mode (also called docked view) enables working with multiple files or components simultaneously. Drag tabs to create horizontal or vertical splits in your workspace, similar to professional IDEs. This is ideal for comparing code, working with multiple file types, or referencing documentation while coding. Toggle docked mode using a keyboard shortcut for immediate access.
Run history​
Explore your flows and components efficiently by selecting them in the left panel. Clicking a component reveals comprehensive information, including schema details, data profiles, and execution history. Review recent runs, analyze performance metrics, troubleshoot errors, and trigger re-runs directly from the details pane. This streamlines pipeline monitoring and accelerates issue resolution.
Keyboard shortcuts​
Below is a reference table of essential keyboard shortcuts to enhance your Ascend workflow and minimize mouse usage:
| Mac Shortcut | Windows Shortcut | Description |
|---|---|---|
| ⌘S | Ctrl+S | Save currently focused file |
| ⌃⌘R | Ctrl+Alt+R | Run currently focused file |
| ⌘E | Ctrl+E | Find in currently focused file |
| ⌘I | Ctrl+I | Open Otto assistant sidebar |
| ⌃W | Ctrl+W | Close current tab |
| ^M | Ctrl+M | Minimize/maximize docked tab |
Next steps​
- ✨ Familiarize yourself with Otto's capabilities to speed up your daily tasks