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BetterBoard documentation

Set up one Jira board across spaces, shape it around your fields, and keep day-to-day board work fast.

Start

Overview What BetterBoard changes about Jira boards and where to begin. Installation Install BetterBoard from the Atlassian Marketplace and open it in Jira. Quick start Create your first board, add spaces, and tune the view. FAQ Common setup, permission, billing, and usage questions.

Board setup

Creating and managing boards Create boards, edit settings, and choose who can see them. Multi-space boards Bring work items from multiple Jira spaces into one board. Global board directory Find shared boards across your Jira site. Board visibility Control private, shared, and global board access.

Shape the board

Columns and grouping Group cards by status, assignee, priority, or mapped field options. Status mapping Map Jira statuses into clearer board columns across spaces. Display fields Choose which fields appear on cards and how merged fields behave. Field types See how BetterBoard handles Jira field types. Card colors Use field data to color cards, borders, and accents.

Work faster

Filters and refinement Filter the board without reaching for JQL. Filter operators Understand each supported filter operator. Sorting and ordering Sort cards and keep board order predictable. Drag and drop Move cards and understand when Jira workflow rules apply. Inline editing Edit fields directly on the board, including bulk edits. Sprint management Plan sprint work from the board view. Keyboard shortcuts Navigate and edit from the keyboard.