Easy Tech TutsHow to Use Jira Roadmaps Easily 2026
By Impran M N
Keeping your team aligned on priorities gets much easier with a visual timeline everyone can reference. This guide covers using Jira Roadmaps to add epics, build out a project timeline, and track dependencies and progress as work moves forward.
01Open Jira Roadmaps
Navigate to the Roadmaps feature within your project to access the timeline planning view.
02Create your roadmap
Set up a new roadmap for your project, giving it the scope and timeframe that matches your planning needs.
03Add epics and timeline items
Add epics and other timeline items to the roadmap, giving each one a start and end date to represent when the work should happen.
04Track progress and dependencies
Monitor how items are progressing against their timeline, and manage dependencies between epics as priorities shift.
Frequently asked questions
How do I use Jira Roadmaps?
Open the Roadmaps feature in your project, create a roadmap, add epics and timeline items, and set dates for each piece of work.
Can I show dependencies on a Jira Roadmap?
Yes, roadmaps support managing dependencies between epics so you can see what work is blocking or waiting on other items.
Who uses Jira Roadmaps most often?
Product owners, project managers, and Scrum Masters commonly use roadmaps to plan releases and communicate milestones to stakeholders.
Can I adjust a roadmap's schedule after creating it?
Yes, you can adjust dates and reschedule items on the roadmap as priorities or timelines change.
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