You will learn here how to create and configure your templates in order to use them efficiently for creating repetitive tasks in Jira.
A template is a pattern that will allow you to create similar issues with no need to create new ones from scratch. Such a template will automatically fill fields in a newly created issue when selected by a user.
There are no limitations according to template’s structure or complexity level. Issue Templates for Jira app copies Epics, Sub-tasks and Initiatives. You can even copy issue links and create new issues from linked templates.
For details, navigate to Template Configuration.
See chapters about Smart defaults, Static and Dynamic variables to find out more.
You will learn here how to create an issue based on your templates.
Make sure you have configured a template that is available for the project you want to use and you have admin permissions.
For details, see create from template.
Apart from creating new issues from templates, you can also apply a template to an existing issue. In the issue view go to the Actions menu and click Apply template.
Applying a template overwrites fields in the issue with values taken from the template.
For details, see Apply template.