How to Change Active Sprint in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Change Active Sprint in Jira: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your desired project.
Navigate to the 'Backlog' view in your Jira project.
Click on the ellipsis icon at the top-right of the active sprint board.
Select 'Edit sprint'.
You can change the Sprint name of your ongoing sprint.
You can change the ongoing sprint's start and end date.
Click 'Update' to save changes.
Quick answer: To change an active sprint in Jira, navigate to your project's Backlog view, click the ellipsis icon on the active sprint board, and select Edit sprint. Next, update the sprint name, start date, or end date as needed, and click Update to save your changes.
About this Jira tutorial
Modify ongoing sprint details in Jira by accessing the Backlog view, editing the sprint settings, and saving your updated dates and name. This guide shows how to change Active Sprint in Jira in 7 steps, starting with "Navigate to your desired project" and finishing with "Click 'Update' to save changes". 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 Active Sprint 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 Change Automatic Assignee in Jira, How to Change Board Owner in Jira and How to Change Jira Board View. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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