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Gadgets for Dashboards in Jira

Introduction

Dashboards in Jira are essential tools for project management, providing real-time insights and tracking project progress. Gadgets are the building blocks of these dashboards, offering a variety of functionalities to display and interact with data. This tutorial will guide you through the process of adding and configuring gadgets for your Jira dashboards.

Adding a Gadget to Your Dashboard

To add a gadget to your Jira dashboard, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to your Jira dashboard.
  2. Click on the Add Gadget button located in the top-right corner of your dashboard.
  3. A dialog will appear with a list of available gadgets. You can either scroll through the list or use the search bar to find a specific gadget.
  4. Click Add next to the gadget you want to include in your dashboard.

Configuring Gadgets

After adding a gadget, you will need to configure it to display the desired data. The configuration options vary depending on the gadget. Here is a general guide on how to configure a gadget:

  1. Click on the Edit icon (usually represented by a pencil) on the gadget.
  2. Fill out the required fields, such as project, filter, or data range.
  3. Click Save to apply the changes.

Popular Gadgets

Here are some popular gadgets that you might find useful for your Jira dashboard:

  • Filter Results: Displays the results of a Jira filter in a table format.
  • Pie Chart: Visualizes data as a pie chart based on a Jira filter.
  • Two Dimensional Filter Statistics: Shows statistics in a two-dimensional table format based on a Jira filter.
  • Created vs Resolved Chart: Displays a chart showing the number of issues created vs resolved over time.

Example: Pie Chart Gadget

To add a Pie Chart gadget to your dashboard:

  1. Click Add Gadget on your dashboard.
  2. Search for Pie Chart and click Add.
  3. Configure the gadget by selecting the appropriate filter and field for the pie chart segments.
  4. Click Save to apply the changes.
Output:

A pie chart displaying the distribution of issues based on the selected field.

Advanced Customizations

Jira allows for advanced customizations of gadgets through plugins and external add-ons. You can explore the Atlassian Marketplace to find additional gadgets that suit your specific needs. Some popular add-ons include:

  • Agile Sprint Health Gadget: Provides an overview of the current sprint's health.
  • Time in Status Gadget: Shows how much time issues spend in each status.

Conclusion

Gadgets are powerful tools for creating informative and interactive Jira dashboards. By understanding how to add and configure these gadgets, you can significantly enhance your project management capabilities. Explore the available gadgets, customize them to meet your needs, and make the most out of your Jira dashboards.