# How to Build and Save a Jira Search Filter

> To create a query in Jira, search by typing terms in the search box, navigate to the filters page, view all issues, and switch to JQL. Then, build precise queries using search syntax, save the filter, customize fields, and select save to finish.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/creating-a-query-in-jira/
Apps: Jira
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/6929ff2e7dd0e157abed8f3e/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Once you log in, click on the search box to initiate your query.
2. Type your query terms in the search box and hit enter.
3. Go to the filters page.
4. Click on "View all issues."
5. Click on the switch to JQL to open the JQL search box
6. Create precise queries using Jira search syntax combining conditions and operators.
7. Create and click "Save filter" to reuse your custom query criteria for future searches.
8. Customize the fields as desired.
9. Select "Save" to complete the step. This can help you efficiently track issues by tailoring the search results to your needs.