Show flag for a flagged issue within "Linked issues" field

Question

Hello there!

Currently, when an issue is flagged, the flag is visible in the backlog (where flagged issues are highlighted in yellow) and on the board view, where flagged issues are also marked in yellow.

However, when opening a linked issue (for example an issue that "implements" or "blocks" a flagged issue), there is no indication that the linked issue is flagged (no flags, no highlights). It would be helpful to have flagged issues visually highlighted within the "Linked issues" field when viewing a related issue.

This would make it easier to track dependencies and blockers without needing to check the backlog or board manually.

Is there a built-in way to achieve this, or would it require automation/custom scripting?

Thanks in advance!

Clark Everson · Answer

Hi @Alessandro Romano

The linked issues view is very limited, you aren't able to add fields there. It only shows the status, priority and issue type
you would need to make a dashboard with the fields displayed on it. And then view them from there. Or you can use a plan in Jira.

Hope this helps.

Best,

Clark

Alessandro Romano_3ro77k · Answer

Hi @Clark Everson , thanks for your answer.

I'd like to clarify my issue with some screenshots:

* In my backlog view, flagged issues are correctly highlighted and marked as flagged.

* The same behavior occurs on my board view.

* When opening the related issue, the flagged information is displayed correctly.

* However, the problem arises here: in the "Linked issues" field, I cannot see which issues are flagged. Although the linked issues are flagged, this information is not visible in this view.

By editing the Screens configuration, I noticed that I can add a field named "Flagged" (since "Impediment" does not exist for me), but I'm unsure if this will solve my issue.

Do you think your previous answer still applies to my case?

Thanks in advance!

Clark Everson · Answer

Hi @Alessandro Romano

Welcome to community!

Yeah this is a confusing one. So the actual name of the flagged field is "Impediment" so you would need to add that field to your screens to see it.

I had this problem when I tried to find it myself

Alternatively you could make an automation rule and make a field called Flagged and set it, but the data does already exist in the Impediment field so I personally wouldn't do it. But it's an option

Best,

Clark