How to create subtask in Jira?
July 29, 2025
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to do track time in Jira with Planyway:
- Open your Backlog or Board and click on any work item.
- You will see the "+" button underneath the work item name.
- After you click on it, you will see the dropdown. Choose create a child item.
- You can set a name, add dates and assign a responsible member to this subtask.
- All created subtasks will be listed in the table inside a parent work item.
- If you'd like to manage subtasks visually, you can do it with Planyway timeline.
- Open any timeline view and enable Subtasks in the View settings. All existing subtasks will become visible.
- You can view subtasks in the board panel on the right side of the screen and easily drag and drop them to the timeline to schedule and assign.