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Creating a Query in Jira

Updated on:
May 11, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to build and save custom queries in Jira using JQL.

Quick summary

Creating a query in Jira lets you search, filter, and track issues with precision using the built-in JQL (Jira Query Language) editor. By saving custom filters, teams can instantly retrieve the exact set of issues they need without repeating manual searches.


Steps

  1. After logging in, click on the search box to initiate your query.
  2. Type your query terms in the search box and hit Enter.
  3. Navigate to the filters page to refine your results.
  4. Click "View all issues" to see the full list of matching results.
  5. Click the "Switch to JQL" toggle to open the JQL search box.
  6. Build precise queries using Jira search syntax by combining conditions and operators.
  7. Click "Save filter" to store your custom query criteria for future searches.
  8. Customize the fields displayed in your results as desired.
  9. Click "Save" to finalize your filter and efficiently track issues tailored to your needs.

📌 Why this matters

Jira's query and filter system — especially JQL — is essential for software and project teams that need to surface the right issues at the right time. By creating and saving custom Jira queries, teams can eliminate manual searching, reduce triage time, and ensure consistent visibility into project status. JQL gives both technical and non-technical users a flexible, powerful way to filter issues by assignee, status, priority, sprint, and more. Mastering Jira queries directly improves team efficiency, reporting accuracy, and overall project management workflow.
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