How to Add Parent Link in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Add Parent Link in Jira: step-by-step guide
Go to the issue that you want to add a parent link and click the ellipsis icon.
From the menu, select 'Add parent'.
To choose a parent issue, click the drop-down arrow.
Select an epic to be your parent issue.
Once you have selected an epic, click 'Done' to confirm.
That's it! You have successfully added a parent link in Jira.
Quick answer: To add a parent link in Jira, open the issue, click the ellipsis icon, and select Add parent. Next, choose an epic from the drop-down menu to serve as your parent issue, and click Done to confirm your selection.
About this Jira tutorial
Link issues to epics easily in Jira by selecting Add parent from the issue menu, choosing an epic, and confirming. This guide shows how to add Parent Link in Jira in 6 steps, starting with "Go to the issue that you want to add a parent link and click the ellipsis icon" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully added a parent link 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 Parent Link in Jira?
6 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 Priority in Jira, How to add a start date to a jira epic and How to Add Status Category in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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