# How to Create JQL Filter in Jira

> To create a JQL filter in Jira, click the search icon in the sidebar, view all issues, switch from Basic search to JQL, execute your query, and enter a name and description to save it.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-jql-filter-in-jira/
Apps: Jira
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a39c4ab56e05a00fe0750/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. From the Jira dashboard, click on the 'Search' icon (magnifying glass) in the sidebar.
2. Select 'View all issues' to open the search page.
3. By default, Jira might open in the Basic search mode. Switch to 'JQL' by clicking the option.
4. After writing your query, press 'Enter' or click the 'Search' button to execute it.
5. Enter a name and description for your filter.
6. Enter a name and description for your filter.
7. A notification pops up once the filter has been saved. By following these steps, you can create powerful JQL filters that help you efficiently find and manage issues in Jira.