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How to Log a Defect in Jira

Updated on:
May 25, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to create and submit a bug report in Jira.

Quick summary

This demo walks you through how to log a defect in Jira by creating a new Bug issue type and filling in key fields like Status, Summary, and Priority. In just a few clicks, your defect is tracked and visible on the project board for your team to action.


Steps

  1. In your Jira space, head over to the top navigation bar and click 'Create'.
  2. Tap the 'Work Type' menu to open the issue type options.
  3. Choose 'Bug' from the list of available work types.
  4. Fill in the required fields including Status, Summary, and Description.
  5. Configure any additional settings such as Priority based on your preference.
  6. Click 'Create' to submit the bug report.
  7. The defect will be logged and confirmed based on your input.

📌 Why this matters

Logging defects accurately in Jira is essential for software teams to track bugs, assign ownership, and maintain project quality. Jira's bug tracking workflow — from issue creation to status assignment and priority setting — gives QA and development teams a single source of truth for every defect. Fast, structured defect logging reduces the risk of issues slipping through the cracks and accelerates resolution cycles. This demo shows exactly how to create a Bug issue in Jira in under a minute, making it easy for any team member to report problems consistently.
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