Easy Tech TutsHow to Use Jira Reports Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Trying to gauge sprint health by eyeballing a board only goes so far. This guide covers navigating Jira's Reports hub, generating burndown and velocity charts, comparing planned versus actual work, and sharing the results with your team.
01Open the Reports hub
Navigate to the left sidebar menu in your Jira space and select the Reports option to bring up the centralized reporting view.
02Generate sprint burndown or velocity charts
Choose the agile reports section and select Sprint Burndown or Velocity Chart to see how your team is progressing against the plan.
03Filter by sprint and adjust the timeline
Select your current sprint and adjust the time axis so the chart reflects the exact period you want to review.
04Compare planned versus actual work
Toggle the capacity indicator overlay to spot where actual progress is deviating from what was originally planned.
05Pin and share your metrics
Pin your favorite charts to your team's dashboard, or export the data so stakeholders can see progress without digging into the reports hub themselves.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I find Jira reports?
Open your Jira space and select the Reports option from the left sidebar to access sprint, velocity, and other tracking charts.
What's the difference between a burndown chart and a velocity chart?
A burndown chart tracks remaining work within a single sprint, while a velocity chart compares completed work across multiple sprints over time.
Can I see planned versus actual work in Jira reports?
Yes, most agile reports let you toggle an overlay that compares planned capacity against actual logged progress.
Can I share a Jira report with people who don't use Jira daily?
You can pin reports to a shared dashboard or export the data so stakeholders can review progress without navigating the reports hub.
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