How to Change Jira Board View
- George Apostolov
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How to Change Jira Board View: step-by-step guide
Select a board you want to change the view and click the ellipsis icon.
Click 'Edit settings'.
Once you're in the board settings, select 'Swimlanes'.
Click the drop-down menu to select a method.
Choose how you want swimlanes to group issues together.
A notification pops up once you have successfully updated your swimlanes.
You have successfully change your board view in Jira.
Quick answer: To change your Jira board view, select the board, click the ellipsis icon, and choose Edit settings. Next, select Swimlanes, click the drop-down menu, and choose how to group issues together.
About this Jira tutorial
Customize your Jira board layout by adjusting swimlane settings to group issues effectively. This guide shows how to change Jira Board View in 7 steps, starting with "Select a board you want to change the view and click the ellipsis icon" and finishing with "You have successfully change your board view in Jira". 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 Jira Board View?
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 Color of Epic in Jira, How to Change Dashboard Owner in Jira and How to Change Default Reporter in Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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