How to Add a Priority in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Priority in Jira: step-by-step guide
Click 'Project settings'.
Select 'Issue types'.
Under Suggested fields, look for the 'Priority' option and click on it.
Once you have added the Priority field, click 'Save changes'.
A notification pops up once the priority field has been added.
By following these steps, you can easily prioritize your issues using the Priority field.
Quick answer: To add a priority in Jira, click Project settings and select Issue types. Next, click the Priority option under Suggested fields and click Save changes. Finally, wait for the confirmation notification to appear, confirming that you can now easily prioritize your issues.
About this Jira tutorial
Easily prioritize issues in Jira by navigating to project settings, selecting issue types, adding the priority field, and saving changes. This guide shows how to add a Priority in Jira in 6 steps, starting with "Click 'Project settings'" and finishing with "By following these steps, you can easily prioritize your issues using the Priority field". 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 Priority 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 start date to a jira epic, How to Add Status Category in Jira and How to Add a Status to a Column in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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