Easy Tech TutsHow to Use Jira Versions
By Impran M N
Versions in Jira let you tie issues to specific releases, making it easier to see what's planned for an upcoming version and what's already shipped. This guide covers creating versions and assigning issues to them.
01Open the versions settings
Navigate to your project's release or versions management area.
02Create a new version
Add a new version with a name that reflects the release, such as a version number or release date.
03Set a release date
Optionally assign a target release date to the version to help with planning and tracking.
04Assign issues to the version
Go into individual issues and set the fix version field to associate them with the release you created.
05Release or archive the version
Once the work is shipped, mark the version as released, which helps keep your release history organized.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a version and a sprint in Jira?
A sprint is a time-boxed period of work, while a version represents a release, and issues from multiple sprints can roll into a single version.
Can an issue be assigned to more than one version?
Yes, Jira allows an issue to have multiple fix versions if it's relevant to more than one release.
How do I see what's still open for a version?
Jira's version detail page typically shows a breakdown of completed versus remaining issues tied to that release.
Can I release a version even if not all issues are done?
Yes, you can release a version with open issues still attached, though it's worth reviewing them first to decide whether they should move to the next version.
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