How to change workflow in jira
- George Apostolov
How to change workflow in jira: step-by-step guide
Go to Project settings in the left sidebar.
Find Workflows in the left sidebar and then click on Edit workflow.
To change the Workflow, you need to go to Workflow schemes.
Click on Workflows schemes on the left sidebar.
And click Edit on the workflow.
Click on Add workflows and hit Add Existing.
Select the workflow you want to replace it with and hit Next.
Select all Issue types you want in your workflow and hit Finish.
Finally, hit Publish.
You will need to Associate your published workflow.
Success prompt.
Quick answer: To change a workflow in Jira, navigate to Project settings, access Workflow schemes, edit the workflow, add an existing replacement workflow, select issue types, finish, publish, and associate the published workflow.
About this Jira tutorial
Easily update and replace your Jira project workflows by editing workflow schemes and publishing changes. This guide shows how to change workflow in jira in 11 steps, starting with "Go to Project settings in the left sidebar" and finishing with "Success prompt". 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 change workflow in jira?
11 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 Change Active Sprint in Jira, How to Change Automatic Assignee in Jira and How to Change Board Owner in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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