Configuring Time Tracking in Jira
Introduction
Time tracking in Jira is an essential feature that allows teams to log the time they spend on tasks and projects. This tutorial will guide you through the process of configuring time tracking in Jira, providing detailed explanations and examples.
Step 1: Accessing Jira Administration
To configure time tracking, you need to have Jira administrator privileges. Follow these steps to access the Jira administration panel:
1. Log in to your Jira instance.
2. Click on the gear icon in the top-right corner of the screen.
3. Select System from the dropdown menu.
Step 2: Navigating to Time Tracking Settings
Once you are in the Jira administration panel, follow these steps to navigate to the time tracking settings:
1. In the left-hand sidebar, expand the Advanced section.
2. Click on Time Tracking under the Time Tracking section.
Step 3: Configuring Time Tracking Settings
In the time tracking settings page, you can configure various options. Here are the main settings you can adjust:
Default Unit
This setting allows you to choose the default time unit for logging work. You can select from minutes, hours, days, or weeks.
Time Display Format
This setting allows you to define how time is displayed in Jira. You can choose between pretty (e.g., "3 hours 20 minutes") and hours (e.g., "3.33 hours").
Working Hours Per Day
Specify the number of working hours in a day. This value is used to convert time estimates to days.
Working Days Per Week
Specify the number of working days in a week. This value is used to convert time estimates to weeks.
1. Adjust the settings according to your requirements.
2. Click on the Update button to save your changes.
Step 4: Enabling Time Tracking for Projects
To enable time tracking for specific projects, follow these steps:
1. Navigate to the Projects section in the Jira administration panel.
2. Select the project you want to configure.
3. In the project settings, click on Features.
4. Toggle the Time Tracking feature to Enabled.
Step 5: Logging Time on Issues
Once time tracking is configured, users can start logging time on issues. Here's how to do it:
1. Open the issue you want to log time on.
2. Click on the More button (three dots) at the top-right corner of the issue screen.
3. Select Log Work from the dropdown menu.
4. Fill in the required fields, such as time spent and date worked.
5. Click on the Log button to save your entry.
Conclusion
Configuring time tracking in Jira is a straightforward process that involves setting up the time tracking settings, enabling the feature for projects, and logging time on issues. By following this tutorial, you should be able to effectively manage and track time spent on various tasks and projects in Jira.