How to Do Advanced Search in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Do Advanced Search in Jira: step-by-step guide
In Jira, click on the search bar at the top of the screen.
Click on 'View all issues' from the dropdown menu.
If you're in the basic search mode switch to advanced mode by clicking 'JQL'.
In advanced mode, you can directly type JQL (Jira Query Language) queries to filter issues.
After creating your JQL query, click 'Save filter' above the search results.
Give your search a name and click 'Save' to save it.
After saving, you can share the search by copying the link which allows you to share with specific users or groups.
Quick answer: To perform advanced search in Jira, click the search bar, select View all issues, and switch to JQL mode. Type your query, click Save filter, name your search, save it, and copy the link to share it with specific users or groups.
About this Jira tutorial
Master complex issue filtering in Jira by using JQL queries, saving your custom search filters, and sharing them with specific teams. This guide shows how to do Advanced Search in Jira in 7 steps, starting with "In Jira, click on the search bar at the top of the screen" and finishing with "After saving, you can share the search by copying the link which allows you to share wi...". 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 do Advanced Search 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 Do the Advanced Search in Jira, How to Download Backlog from Jira to Excel and How to Download Burndown Chart from Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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