How to Add a Quick Filter in Jira

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May 25, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to apply a quick filter to your Jira board.

Quick summary

Jira's Quick Filters let you instantly narrow down tasks on your board view by selecting predefined filter criteria with a single click. Adding a quick filter takes just seconds and helps teams focus on the most relevant issues without changing board settings.

Steps

In the board view of your Jira space, click the 'Quick Filters' option.
Find the quick filter you want to add, then tick the checkbox beside it.
The selected quick filter will be added to your Jira board instantly.

📌 Why this matters

Jira Quick Filters allow project teams to instantly segment and focus their board view without modifying underlying project settings. By enabling one-click filtering directly on the Kanban or Scrum board, teams can reduce noise and surface the tasks that matter most in real time. This feature is especially valuable for sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and cross-functional teams managing high volumes of issues. Quick Filters improve workflow visibility and help teams stay aligned without switching between multiple views or reports.

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