How to Add a Checklist to a Jira Ticket

Quick summary

Adding a checklist to a Jira ticket lets teams track subtasks and action items without leaving the issue view. Using the built-in Task List option in the description editor, you can create and save a fully interactive checklist in seconds.

Steps

1. Select the Jira ticket where you want to add the checklist.
2. Click the Add a Description field to open the editor.
3. In the menu bar, click the drop-down arrow next to the List option.
4. Choose Task List from the available options.
5. Type each checklist item one by one into the task list.
6. Click Save to apply and store your changes.
7. Your checklist is now added to the selected Jira ticket.