How to Change Filter Query in Jira Board
- George Apostolov
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How to Change Filter Query in Jira Board: step-by-step guide
From your project, click the ellipsis icon in the top right corner.
Select 'Configure board'.
On the 'General' page under the 'Filter' section, select 'Edit filter query'.
Either edit your JQL query.
You may also select 'Switch to basic' to switch to a JQL creation tool.
After editing the query, click 'Save' to apply the changes.
By modifying the JQL filter query, you can customize which issues appear on your Jira board, tailoring it to specific project requirements or team needs.
Quick answer: To change the filter query in Jira, click the ellipsis icon, select Configure board, and go to General to find Filter. Next, select Edit filter query, edit your JQL or switch to basic, and click Save to apply the changes.
About this Jira tutorial
Customize which issues appear on your Jira board by editing your JQL filter query or switching to basic mode and saving. This guide shows how to change Filter Query in Jira Board in 7 steps, starting with "From your project, click the ellipsis icon in the top right corner" and finishing with "By modifying the JQL filter query, you can customize which issues appear on your Jira b...". 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 Filter Query in Jira Board?
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 issue type in jira, How to Change Jira Email Notifications and How to Change Jira Password. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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