Mapping custom fields

Learn how to add an Avion field to an issue type screen.

In Jira, each issue type, like epics, stories, tasks etc, have their own "screen" defined. A screen contains a list of fields that can be set when creating or updating the issue. If we try to update a field value that is not present on the issue's screen, Jira will throw an error.

How to add custom fields to an issue type's screen

The easiest way to add a field to the screen of an issue type is to first click create:

Select the issue type you would like to add the field to and then select Find your field:

Type the name of the Avion field and follow the link to the screen page:

Add the Avion field at the bottom of the list:

Reopen the field finder and you should see three ticks: