How to Download Issues from Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Download Issues from Jira: step-by-step guide
Open the Jira project where you want to download your issues.
Click 'Issues' on the main menu.
Click on the 'Export' button.
Choose one of the available export options and the file will be downloaded to your computer.
Quick answer: To download issues in Jira, open your project, click Issues on the main menu, select the Export button, and choose an available export option to save the file to your computer.
About this Jira tutorial
Export and save Jira issues directly to your computer by selecting the export option from your project issues menu. This guide shows how to download Issues from Jira in 4 steps, starting with "Open the Jira project where you want to download your issues" and finishing with "Choose one of the available export options and the file will be downloaded to your comp...". 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 download Issues from Jira?
4 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 Download Jira Board Into Excel, How to Download Jira Stories in Excel and How to Download the Sprint Burndown Chart From Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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