# How to Create Automation Rules in Jira

> To create automation rules in Jira, open project settings and select automation. Next, click create rule, select a trigger, and click next. Then, add an action, optionally set conditions, and choose the action to perform. Finally, name your rule and turn it on to streamline workflows.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-automation-rules-in-jira/
Apps: Jira
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a391cab56e05a00fdf5ea/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Open your desired project and go to 'Project settings'.
2. Select 'Automation'.
3. In the 'Automation' page, click 'Create Rule'.
4. Select the 'Trigger' for the rule.
5. Click 'Next'.
6. Click the 'Add an action' button'. You can set conditions to narrow down when the rule should run
7. Choose what 'Action' you want the rule to perform when the conditions are met.
8. After defining the rule, name your rule and you can click 'Turn on rule' it to ensure everything works as expected.
9. These rules help streamline workflows and reduce manual tasks in Jira projects.