Is it possible to set default values for fields when creating new assets in Assets?

[David Martínez López]

Hi everyone,

We’re working on optimizing the asset creation process in Jira Assets, and we’d like to know if it’s possible to set a default value for selection fields when adding a new asset.

For example, it would be very helpful if the "Status" field automatically appeared with the value "Active" preselected when opening the asset creation screen. This would help us reduce errors and speed up the onboarding process.

Has anyone managed to configure something like this? Is it possible through schema settings or maybe using automation?

Thanks in advance for any insights!

[Peter_DevSamurai · Accepted solution]

Hi @David Martínez López , 

Unfortunately, in Jira Cloud Assets, there's no native way to set default values for schema attributes directly in the schema settings or creation screen. You can refer to a similar article. 

You can use Assets Automation (for Premium/Enterprises) to set Defaults on Creation. This will trigger on "Object created" and update attributes. 

• Set Up the Rule:
  • Go to your Object schema -> Automation (global or per-type).
  • Trigger: "Object created" (filter by Object type if needed).
• Add Action:
  • Action: "Edit object attributes".
  • Select Attribute: "Status".
  • Value: "Active" (or use AQL like Status = "Active" for dynamic picks).

Hope the links below are helpful for you:

• Configure Assets Automation
• Assets Object Schemas
• AQL for Queries

Best regards,

Peter

[David Martínez López]

Thank you very much! That was helpful

[Peter_DevSamurai]

Thank you so much for accepting mine :) I hope you'll have a great week ahead!

[Christos Markoulatos · Accepted solution]

Hey @David Martínez López 

To my knowledge only with automation or with the api through python scripts for complex logic. for the automation try the below:

Keep in mind that its not very flexible compared to custom script logic.

Hope this helps!