How to Add a Flag in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Flag in Jira: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the issue where you want to add a flag.
In the issue details, click the ellipsis icon.
From the dropdown, select 'Add flag'.
After clicking the 'Add a flag' option, this will add a visual flag usually shown as a small red flag icon next to the issue, marking it as flagged for attention.
Quick answer: To add a flag in Jira, navigate to the target issue, click the ellipsis icon in the issue details, and select 'Add flag' from the dropdown menu to mark the issue with a visual red flag icon.
About this Jira tutorial
Easily highlight important issues in Jira by attaching a visual red flag through the issue details menu. Follow these quick steps to flag items. This guide shows how to add a Flag in Jira in 4 steps, starting with "Navigate to the issue where you want to add a flag" and finishing with "After clicking the 'Add a flag' option, this will add a visual flag usually shown as a...". 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 Flag in Jira?
4 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 Jira Link in Confluence, How to Add a New Issue Type in Jira and How to Add a New Status in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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