jira-issue-updater

Update Jira issue fields, statuses, and descriptions through MoonMind tools.

12|5|Updated Jan 14, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MoonLadderStudios/MoonMind --skill jira-issue-updater
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: jira-issue-updater
Source: https://github.com/MoonLadderStudios/MoonMind/tree/main/.agents/skills/jira-issue-updater
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MoonLadderStudios/MoonMind --skill jira-issue-updater

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Jira issues often require consistent updates across fields, descriptions, and workflow transitions. This skill provides a trusted surface to modify fields, move work through statuses, and publish summaries without leaking credentials or bypass governance.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Update issue fields (labels, priority, assignee, and custom fields) with policy-validated inputs.
  • Transition issues by applying valid Jira transitions after verifying current state.
  • Replace or append to issue descriptions using Jira's supported formats while maintaining security safeguards.
  • Use case: Move ENG-123 from "In Progress" to "Done" and append a final note to the description.

Quick Start

Give me the Jira issue key and the exact updates you want applied, such as changing a status or updating fields, and I will perform the update.

Frequently Asked Questions about jira-issue-updater

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I update Jira issue fields and transition workflow status?

To update Jira issues, provide the issue key and desired field changes or workflow transitions. The skill validates inputs against Jira metadata, maps requests to permitted actions, and applies updates to fields, descriptions, and statuses safely.

Can I move a Jira Story or Bug from In Progress to Done automatically?

Yes, you can transition Jira Stories and Bugs by applying valid workflow transitions. The skill verifies the current issue state before moving the work to a new status like Done, ensuring only permitted actions run.

How do I append a final note to a Jira issue description?

You can append text to Jira issue descriptions by providing the issue key and the note content. The skill uses Jira's supported formats to replace or append to descriptions while maintaining security safeguards.

What Jira issue types are supported for field updates and transitions?

Jira field updates and workflow transitions support Task, Story, Bug, and Sub-task issue types. The skill maps your update requests to the specific metadata of these issue types to execute changes.

Does updating Jira issues through automation bypass security policies?

No, updating Jira issues through this skill does not bypass security policies. It follows policy guards to run only permitted actions, validates inputs, and operates through MoonMind's Jira tool surface without leaking credentials.

How do I change the assignee and priority of a Jira issue?

To change assignee and priority, provide the Jira issue key and the exact field updates. The skill performs policy-validated inputs to modify standard fields like assignee, priority, labels, and custom fields.