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link-issues

Create explicit relationships between Jira issues using specified link types.

1|Updated Dec 9, 2025
Search Tags:#workflow#dependencies#agile#jira#duplicates#issue linking
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ericfisherdev/claude-plugins --skill link-issues
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: link-issues
Source: https://github.com/ericfisherdev/claude-plugins/tree/main/plugins/jira-tools/skills/link-issues
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ericfisherdev/claude-plugins --skill link-issues

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the process of establishing relationships between Jira issues, such as marking one issue as blocking another, indicating duplicates, or creating general associations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Establish Issue Relationships: Define explicit links between Jira issues using various predefined types.
  • Automate Link Creation: Quickly create links without manual navigation through the Jira UI.
  • Use Case: When a new bug report (PROJ-123) is found to be a duplicate of an existing issue (PROJ-456), use this Skill to link them with the "Duplicates" type and add a comment.

Quick Start

Use the link-issues skill to link PROJ-123 to PROJ-456 with the type "Blocks".

Frequently Asked Questions about link-issues

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I link Jira issues programmatically using the API?▼

You can link Jira issues programmatically by using this Skill to create explicit relationships between issues using specified link types and optional comments via the Jira API. It requires environment variables for authentication and base URL configuration.

What Jira issue link types are supported for managing dependencies?▼

Jira issue linking supports various predefined types including "Blocks", "Duplicates", and "Relates" for managing issue dependencies and associations. These link types help establish explicit relationships between issues.

Can I add a comment when marking a Jira issue as a duplicate?▼

Yes, you can add an optional comment when linking Jira issues. When marking a new bug report as a duplicate of an existing issue, the Skill creates the "Duplicates" link and attaches the comment in the same operation.

What environment variables do I need to set up for Jira issue linking?▼

Jira issue linking requires environment variables for authentication credentials and the Jira base URL. These must be configured before the Skill can successfully utilize the Jira API to create issue relationships.

How do I automate Jira issue linking without navigating the UI?▼

Automated Jira issue linking is achieved by calling this Skill to create links programmatically. It bypasses manual navigation through the Jira UI by utilizing the Jira API to establish relationships like blocks or duplicates quickly.

What's the best way to manage agile workflow dependencies across Jira issues?▼

Managing agile workflow dependencies is best handled by creating explicit links between Jira issues using types like "Blocks" and "Relates". This Skill automates that process through the Jira API to maintain accurate issue associations.

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