How to edit the details of an issue in JIRA


A guide to modifying the details of an issue (i.e. ticket) in a JIRA project.
Step One: Open a JIRA Project

Either create a new JIRA project or open an existing one.
Step Two: Select the Issue

Click an existing ticket to open up a view that allows you to edit its details.
Step Three: Add an Epic

Click Add Epic and select an epic from the dropdown.
Step Four: Add a Description

Select Add a description... and enter the details of the issue.
Press the Save button once you're done.
Step Five: Edit the Assignee

Scroll to the Details section and select the Assignee field.
Select the person that will execute the issue.
Step Five: Select the Priority

Under Details select the priority of the issue.
Step Six: Add Story Points or Time Estimates

To add story points or time estimates, scroll to the More Fields section.
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