This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to merge multiple labels into a single label find similar labels using the Enhanced Labels for Jira app from the admin project's Find Similar Label Manager page.
1. Merging Multiple Labels via Admin Page
1.1. Prerequisites
Necessary Permissions: Ensure you have the necessary Jira administrator permissions to access the global Label Manager in the admin page.
Verify Existing Labels: Confirm that at least two labels exist that you intend to merge.Navigate to the admin Label Manager page in Jiraone label exists in your Jira instance to search for similar labels.
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1.2. How to
Mergefind Similar Labels
1. Access the
Label ManagerEnhanced Labels for Jira:
Log in to Jira as an administrator.
Navigate to the main menu and click on Apps.
Select Manage apps from the dropdown.
Locate and click on In the left-hand sidebar under Apps, select Enhanced Labels for Jira to open the Label Manager.
2.
Select Labels to MergeInput the Label for Similarity Search:
In the Label Manager, browse through the list of labels.Use the checkboxes to select the labels you wish to merge. Ensure you select at least two left-hand sidebar under click Similar Labels and locate the search input field.
Enter the name of the label for which you want to find similar labels.
3. Initiate the
Merge ProcessSearch:
Click on the Merge button, located at the top of the label list.
4. Define the New Label:
A merge modal window will appear, prompting you to specify the new label name that will replace the selected labels.
Enter the desired name for the new merged label.
Additionally,on the modal window, you can add from the select list field more labels to merge.
5. Confirm the Merge:
Click the Merge button within the modal window to proceed.
6. Completion:
After confirming, you will be redirected to the bulk operation process page.
A success message will confirm that the labels have been merged successfully.
Find button next to the search input field to start the search process.
View the Results:
A list of labels similar to your input will be displayed, allowing you to review and manage them as needed.
1.3. Constraints
Merging labels is a significant action that cannot be undone. Ensure that the labels you are merging are appropriate to combine.
Similarity Criteria: The definition of "similar" labels depends on the app's configuration, which may include factors like partial matches or predefined synonyms.
Permissions: Only users with Jira administrator permissions can perform this actionaccess and utilize the global Label Manager.
1.4. Potential Issues
Insufficient Permissions: If you encounter a permissions error, confirm your admin rights or consult with a higher-level administrator.
Duplicate Labels: If the new label name already exists, consider choosing a different name to avoid redundancyNo Similar Labels Found: If no similar labels are displayed, verify the accuracy of your input or try different variations.
Performance: In instances with a large number of labels, the search process might take longer to display results.
By following these steps, you can efficiently merge multiple labels into a single label from the admin page effectively find and manage similar labels across your Jira instance using the Enhanced Labels for Jira app.