How to Bulk Update Labels in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Bulk Update Labels in Jira: step-by-step guide
Click the search bar.
Select 'View all issues'.
Use filters or JQL (Jira Query Language) to find the issues you want to update.
Click the search icon.
After running the search, you'll see a list of issues.
Once you have the list of issues, click the ellipsis icon and select Bulk Change (All N issues), where "N" is the number of issues you have in the search results.
You will be taken to the Bulk Operation screen. Select the issues you want to update by ticking the checkboxes next to them or click 'Select All' if you want to update all issues in the list.
Click 'Next'.
On the next screen, choose the 'Edit Issues' option and click 'Next'.
On the next page, you’ll see a list of fields you can edit. Check the 'Change Labels' field.
In the 'Labels' field, you can add new labels, replace all labels with or remove existing labels.
Click the drop down arrow to select a new label from the options below.
After setting the labels, click 'Next'.
Click 'Confirm' to apply the bulk update.
You'll see a confirmation message when the operation is complete. Click 'Done' once the operation has been successfully updated.
Quick answer: To bulk update labels in Jira, search for issues using filters or JQL, click the ellipsis icon, and select Bulk Change. Next, select the issues, choose Edit Issues, check Change Labels, set the desired label actions, click Next, and confirm the update before finishing.
About this Jira tutorial
Mass modify issue labels efficiently in Jira by selecting multiple items, choosing the edit operation, and applying changes in bulk. This guide shows how to bulk Update Labels in Jira in 15 steps, starting with "Click the search bar" and finishing with "You'll see a confirmation message when the operation is complete. Click 'Done' once the...". 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 bulk Update Labels in Jira?
15 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 Calculate Cycle Time in Jira, How to Calculate Lead Time in Jira and How to Calculate Sprint Velocity in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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