The data lineage feature in DataHub allows you to visualize relationships between datasources, datasets, homes, stories, and filter elements that fuel your applications/dashboards. This guide provides detailed information on how to access and interact with the data lineage UI.
Accessing Data Lineage
To access the data lineage view:
Click on the lineage logo in the header of the DataHub interface.
data lineage access
Default Display Elements
Data lineage view
By default, the following elements are displayed:
Datasources
Datasets
Files
Menu Bar Options
A menu bar is located at the bottom left of the screen to help you customize your view:
Menu bar
Zoom In/Out: Adjusts the size of the displayed elements.
Center: Recenters the display.
Display/Hide:
Datasources
Datasets
Filters
Stories and home elements
Mini map
A mini map is located at the bottom right of the screen to help you locate the elements displayed in the view
Mini map
Element Interaction
Clicking on an element opens a contextual menu with available actions:
For datasources, homes, stories, and filters:
Access and copy the ID of the element.
file menu bar
For datasets:
Preview: Displays a preview of the dataset.
Edit (if applicable): Allows you to edit the dataset if it is editable.
