# How to log time in jira

> To log time in Jira, click the issue card, scroll to the Time Tracking column, and add the time spent using the W D H M format. Next, hit Save to complete the process and view the success prompt.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-log-time-in-jira/
Apps: Jira
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a4870ab56e05a00ff3410/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Click on the Issue card.
2. Scroll down to find the Time Tracking column.
3. Add the time spent in W D H M format. (week, days, hours, minutes)
4. Hit Save .
5. You will see a success prompt once done.