Adjusting the 'Add Notebook' Button for Consistency

[AshleyHayes2]

Proposed Idea: Align the functionality of the "Add Notebook" button in ArcGIS Pro with that of other 'add data' buttons, such as 'Import Map', to automatically open selected notebooks in new panes upon insertion. Alternatively, consider adjusting the button label to indicate where the added notebook can be found, such as "Add Notebook to Project" or "Add Notebook to Catalog", to reduce user confusion.

Justification: Currently, when users attempt to open existing Python Notebooks (.ipynb) using the "Add Notebook" button, the notebook is only added to the catalog without opening as a new pane. This inconsistency in functionality creates confusion for users who expect similar behavior to other 'add data' buttons. Aligning the "Add Notebook" button with the behavior of the "New Notebook" or "Import Map" buttons will provide a smoother workflow and reduce uncertainty. 

[HannesZiegler]

We're working on this!  This status does not guarantee that the functionality will be in the next release, but development work has begun. Release cycles vary by product so make sure to check the product life cycle information to get an idea of when to expect the next release.  

Also see the related "Add and Open" Notebooks from Portal in ArcGIS Pro - Esri Community

[HannesZiegler]

This idea has been implemented in ArcGIS Pro 3.4. The Insert ribbon New Notebook drop-down now contains Add and Open Notebook. It adds the notebook to the Catalog Notebook node and opens the notebook.

NOTE: Using Add to Project on a notebook item in the Catalog pane Folders node still behaves as it did before (adds the notebook to the Notebook node in the Catalog pane without opening it)