How to create a timeline in Jira?

July 16, 2025

 

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do track time in Jira with Planyway.

  1. Click on Planyway in the Apps section in the left-hand panel.
  2. To create a timeline, add team members using the Users button. Here, you might choose a specific part of the team or all members.
  3. Planyway allows you to create a timeline for multiple projects, so in the left-hand panel, you can choose the list of projects using Add projects button.
  4. The timeline could also be structured around sprints. For this, add Sprints in the dropdown list under the View button.
  5. After this, add the dates and duration of issues using the Drag & Drop function or by entering them inside the issue's card in the specific fields.
  6. Using different types of groupings, such as by teams, epics, projects, and more, you can synchronize different work blocks and ensure you stay on track with releases and other important milestones. To choose types of groupings, you might use Group by button.
  7. If you need to create a timeline for the project portfolio, you can use the project-based grouping.
  8. In the timeline's Milestones, add important events for the team, such as demos, reports, and more.
  9. To share the timeline with stakeholders, management, or other team members, use one of the following options: export to PDF or the Share button.

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