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databricks Platform · Updated Feb 26, 2026

Databricks Runtime 18: February 26, 2026

SET METADATA ON COLUMN and UNSET METADATA ON COLUMN SQL commands are now available for managing semantic metadata on Unity Catalog table columns.

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What it does

SET METADATA ON COLUMN and UNSET METADATA ON COLUMN SQL commands are now available for managing semantic metadata on Unity Catalog table columns. Use SET METADATA ON COLUMN to attach properties (display name, format, and synonyms) to columns. Use UNSET METADATA ON COLUMN to remove previously set metadata properties.

Why it matters

Reduces operational overhead and unlocks new capabilities for data teams on Databricks.

Architecture
Databricks Platform → Platform
In short

SET METADATA ON COLUMN and UNSET METADATA ON COLUMN SQL commands are now available for managing semantic metadata on Unity Catalog table columns. Use SET METADATA ON COLUMN to attach properties (display name, format, and synonyms) to columns.

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Key takeaway
SET METADATA ON COLUMN and UNSET METADATA ON COLUMN SQL commands are now available for managing semantic metadata on Unity Catalog table columns.
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