How to Write Test Cases in Jira
- George Apostolov
How to Write Test Cases in Jira: step-by-step guide
Go to your Jira project where you want to write the test case.
From the left-hand menu, select 'Zephyr Scale'.
Click 'Create a test case'.
After clicking 'Create a Test', fill in the details of your test case.
The 'Test Details' section will allow you to write detailed steps, expected results, and actual results for the test case.
Once you've filled in all the details, click 'Create' to save the test case.
Once the test case is created, you can execute it.
Quick answer: To write test cases in Jira, navigate to your project and select Zephyr Scale from the left menu. Click to create a test case, fill in the test details including steps and results, and save it. Finally, execute the newly created test case.
About this Jira tutorial
Create and execute test cases in Jira using Zephyr Scale by adding test details, steps, and expected results to save your work. This guide shows how to write Test Cases in Jira in 7 steps, starting with "Go to your Jira project where you want to write the test case" and finishing with "Once the test case is created, you can execute it". 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 write Test Cases 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: Push Jira metrics to Datadog through Zapier, Statuspage Jira Integration and Sync Jira sprints with Azure DevOps using Zapier. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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