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Asked: 2026-06-08T13:23:28+00:00

I have an element, let’s say a div, that I want to be able

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I have an element, let’s say a div, that I want to be able to drag and drop into another div. If the element isn’t dragged into the other div I would like it to animate back to it’s initial position. The draggable divs are relatively positioned. So, my question is what’s the best approach? Is there a method in jQuery UI which will allow it to animate back? Or am I going to have to write it? If I do, here’s my strategy:

  1. get coordinates of the draggable div on start of drag using $('#draggableElement').css('left'), and $('#draggableElement').css('top')

  2. On drag complete use the jQuery .animate to put it back in place.

Is that strategy correct? Or is there something more efficient I could be doing?

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  1. Editorial Team

    Have a look at this

    and maybe the helper of a jquery ui draggable options -> helper.

    I think this should help you. If not, please specify your question.

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