How to view epics in jira
- George Apostolov
How to view epics in jira: step-by-step guide
Head over to the Backlogs in the left pane.
Click on View Settings on the right. Enable the Epic Panel.
Your Epics will now be visible on the left. And if you don't have an Epic, you can create it.
Click on the Epic tile.
The issues associated with the Epic will be filtered for viewing.
Quick answer: To view epics in Jira, head to the Backlogs in the left pane, click View Settings on the right, and enable the Epic Panel. Your epics will appear on the left, and clicking an epic tile will filter the associated issues for viewing.
About this Jira tutorial
Filter and view issues by enabling the Epic panel in Jira backlogs. Access epic tiles quickly to manage associated project tasks. This guide shows how to view epics in jira in 5 steps, starting with "Head over to the Backlogs in the left pane" and finishing with "The issues associated with the Epic will be filtered for viewing". 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 view epics in jira?
5 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 Write Test Cases in Jira, Push Jira metrics to Datadog through Zapier and Statuspage Jira Integration. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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