Data logic

Data logic is a fundamental part of advanced link field configuration. It allows administrators to control which items are visible in the link field dropdown, as well as other aspects of the linking process.

To start configuration:

1. Go to the Advanced Links configuration page.

2. Select the outward or inward field of a required advanced link.

3. Select Edit Advanced Link Field to open the Data Logic tab.

Open

Selectable issues

Displays a list of item types that will be displayed in this field’s dropdown. See item type names by hovering over the icons.

JQL search

Apply additional filtering for the field dropdown using a JQL query.

Queries with ‘currentUser()’ functions are run from a currently logged-in user, regardless of the ‘Searching User’ configuration.

See more about the JQL options available here: JQL Search and JQL Variables .

Searching user

A user on whose behalf a JQL query from above is run. The same user’s permissions extend further on browsing items in the field’s dropdown or linking items, also when the field is used in the Customer Portal.

For advanced links that are based on default links, an additional searching user configuration is available:

When checked out, this feature deprives the user of an option to link items via the default Jira links.

The link button of the default link field becomes inactive.

Open

Default & Advanced linked fields in item view when the checkbox is marked

Maximum Selection

The maximum number of items that can be linked via the link field in a single item view.

Add new

Users have the option to create items via an link field panel. This feature allows predefining the project and item type new issues.

Out-of-Scope Strategy

If the linked item no longer fits the JQL’s scope, the field can be automatically updated. The item will be unlinked when the field is updated next (select ‘Remove on next update’).

Another strategy option ('Keep until it is actively removed') keeps the field updates manual.