How to Add a Field to a Project in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Field to a Project in Jira: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your desired project and click on it.
Select 'Project settings'.
Click 'Fields'.
Click 'Create field'.
Provide a name for your field and enter it in the empty field.
Select a type for your field.
Click 'Create'.
That's it! You have successfully added a field to a project in Jira.
Quick answer: To add a field to a project in Jira, navigate to your desired project, select Project settings, and click Fields. Next, click Create field, enter a name, select a type, and click Create.
About this Jira tutorial
Easily add a custom field to any project in Jira by accessing project settings and configuring the new field name and type. This guide shows how to add a Field to a Project in Jira in 8 steps, starting with "Navigate to your desired project and click on it" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully added a field to a project in Jira". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Jira interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a Field to a Project in Jira?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Jira data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Jira. Related guides: How to Add a Fix Version in Jira, How to Add a Flag in Jira and How to Add a Jira Link in Confluence. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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