How to Add a Status to a Column in Jira
- George Apostolov
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How to Add a Status to a Column in Jira: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your Jira project.
In the sidebar, select the ellipsis icon located at the upper right side of your board.
Select 'Configure board'.
Click 'Columns'.
If the status already exists in the workflow but is not yet assigned to a column, it will appear in the 'Unmapped Statuses' section. You can drag and drop the status into the appropriate column.
After dragging the status, it will now appear under the column you’ve assigned it to.
By following these steps, you can easily manage the board columns and align them with your workflow statuses.
Quick answer: To add a status to a column in Jira, navigate to your project, click the ellipsis icon in the board sidebar, and select Configure board. Next, click Columns and drag the status from the Unmapped Statuses section into the appropriate column.
About this Jira tutorial
Manage your Jira board columns by mapping unmapped workflow statuses directly into the correct column. This guide shows how to add a Status to a Column in Jira in 7 steps, starting with "Navigate to your Jira project" and finishing with "By following these steps, you can easily manage the board columns and align them with y...". 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 Status to a Column in Jira?
7 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 Story to an Epic in Jira, How to Add a Watcher in Jira and How to Add Acceptance Criteria field in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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