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How to Edit the Swimlanes in Jira

Updated on:
May 25, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to customize swimlane settings on your Jira board.

Quick summary

Editing swimlanes in Jira lets teams reorganize their board layout by updating each swimlane's name, JQL query, and description. This guide walks you through the exact steps to modify swimlane settings via Board Settings in a Jira software project.


Steps

  1. In the board view of your Jira space, click the 'More Options' button next to the board name.
  2. Choose 'Board Settings' from the list of options.
  3. In the left-hand panel, click 'Layout'.
  4. Tap 'Swimlanes' to proceed to the swimlane management section.
  5. Find the swimlane you want to edit and tap the 'Actions' button next to it.
  6. Choose 'Edit' to open the swimlane editor.
  7. Make your desired changes by tapping the Name, JQL Query, or Description field and editing their content.
  8. Tap 'Update' to save your changes.
  9. The selected swimlane in your Jira board will be updated based on your new input.

📌 Why this matters

Swimlanes in Jira allow agile teams to visually segment their board by assignee, epic, or custom JQL queries, making sprint planning and issue tracking far more efficient. Knowing how to edit swimlane settings — including name, description, and JQL query — gives project managers precise control over how work is grouped and displayed. This matters because poorly configured swimlanes can obscure priorities and slow down team workflows. Mastering this feature helps teams maintain a clear, organized board that reflects their actual processes.
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