How to Use Text Block Dragging in Hypertasks

Hypertasks now lets you easily reorganize your content with text block dragging. This feature allows you to quickly reorder paragraphs, lists, and other content blocks within task descriptions and comments.

Accessing Block Dragging

Block dragging is available in any editable text area within Hypertasks:

• Task descriptions

• Comments

How to Drag Text Blocks

1. Hover over the left side of any text block (paragraph, heading, list item)

2. Look for the drag handle (six dots) that appears

3. Click and hold on the drag handle

4. Drag the block up or down to its new position

5. Release to place the block

Supported Block Types

You can drag and reposition various types of content:

• Paragraphs

• Headings

• Bullet points

• Numbered list items

• Checklists

• Code blocks

• Quotes

Tips for Effective Use

• Structure Content: Create well-organized task descriptions by grouping related information

• Prioritize Information: Move the most important details to the top

• Rearrange Lists: Easily reorder steps in processes or instructions

• Edit Efficiently: Restructure your content without cutting and pasting

Use Cases

• Reorganizing project requirements

• Reordering steps in a process

• Prioritizing action items

• Restructuring meeting notes

• Moving sections within documentation

Related Features

• Using the Forward Slash Menu in Task Descriptions and Comments

• Navigation and Editing Mode in Hypertasks Task Detail Page

• How to Edit Comments in Hypertasks

Remember, you can always access the full list of keyboard shortcuts by pressing ? while on your board.