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How to Delete a Test Execution in Jira

Updated on:
May 11, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to remove a test execution from your Jira project in seconds.

Quick summary

Deleting a test execution in Jira using the Xray plugin takes just a few clicks via the Test Board menu. Right-clicking the target execution and confirming the Delete action removes it instantly from your project.


Steps

  1. Navigate to the left-side panel and click Test Board.
  2. Tap the Three-lined Menu button to open navigation options.
  3. Select Test Executions from the list of options.
  4. Find the test execution you want to remove, then right-click it to access the context menu.
  5. Choose Delete from the context menu to proceed.
  6. Click Delete again in the confirmation dialog to confirm your request.
  7. The selected test execution is now deleted instantly from your Jira project.

📌 Why this matters

Keeping your Jira test management workspace clean is critical for accurate QA reporting and sprint planning. The ability to quickly delete outdated or duplicate test executions in Jira Xray helps QA teams maintain a clear, reliable test record without clutter. Removing unnecessary test executions ensures your Test Board reflects only current, relevant data, improving visibility for the entire team. This feature is essential for teams using Jira and Xray to manage structured, audit-ready software testing workflows.
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