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How to Create a Fix Version in Jira

Updated on:
May 11, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to set up a fix version on a Jira issue in minutes.

Quick summary

A Fix Version in Jira lets teams tag issues with a target release so they can track what ships in each version. This step-by-step walkthrough shows how to create a new fix version directly from a Jira task in just a few clicks.


Steps

  1. Click on the Jira card to open the issue detail panel.
  2. Scroll down on the right side of the issue to locate the Fix versions field.
  3. Click on the Fix versions field and select the +create new version option from the dropdown.
  4. Name your version and hit Save to confirm.
  5. Watch for the success prompt confirming your Fix Version has been created.
  6. Verify that the fix version is now visible and linked to your task.

📌 Why this matters

Fix versions in Jira are essential for release planning and sprint tracking, giving teams a clear way to group issues by target release date or milestone. By creating and assigning fix versions directly on tasks, project managers and developers can filter work by release, measure velocity per version, and reduce the risk of shipping unresolved issues. This feature is critical for agile teams that need real-time visibility into what is scheduled for each product release. Knowing how to quickly create a fix version ensures that issue tracking stays accurate and release reports remain reliable across all sprints.
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