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Atlassian renews its navigation!

From March 2025, Atlassian will implement a new way of navigating to improve the efficiency, ease of use and personalisation in its products, including Jira, Jira Service Management, Jira Product Discovery, Confluence and Atlassian Home.

Why the change?

The goal is to optimise the way teams interact with Atlassian tools, making access and task management more efficient. The new navigation will offer a unified experience, allowing users to personalise their workspace and focus on what is most relevant with fewer clicks.

Main characteristics:

  • Unified experience: Visual change for a consistent experience across products, reducing friction.
  • Personalisation: Users will be able to customise their workspace according to their needs and preferences.
  • Greater fluidity: Less distraction and quick access to essential functions.
  • New design: Improvements in iconography, typography and colours to enhance readability and accessibility.

    • Updates in the sidebar:

    One of the most notable improvements is the new way of managing the sidebar within Atlassian tools, which facilitates smoother and faster navigation between projects, filters, boards, and more. Now, you can customise the content of your sidebar much more flexibly, allowing your team to access the most important items instantly.

  • Remove items from the sidebar.

    If you wish to simplify the view of your sidebar, you now have the option to remove items you do not need immediately. To do this, simply drag the items below the 'Hide from sidebar' line. If you prefer a reverse approach, you can drag this line above the items you want to hide, so that you can have complete control over what you see in your navigation.

  • Rearrange elements of the sidebar.

    Another significant improvement is the ability to reorder items in your sidebar. You can now rearrange items according to your preferences by dragging them into new positions. Furthermore, if you prefer using the keyboard, you can use the up and down arrow keys to move the items without needing to use the mouse, which enhances the experience for more keyboard-oriented users.

    • Horizontal navigation for projects

    One of the most important areas of any company is project management. Jira, one of the most widely used tools from Atlassian, has introduced a horizontal navigation that makes it easier to access projects within the platform. This new navigation allows users to manage projects in a more visual and straightforward manner, and to make context switches quickly.

  • Direct access to related projects and tools.

    Within the projects, Jira now allows administrators to customise tabs, making it easier to organise views according to the team's needs. Jira or project administrators can add, reorder, and remove tabs to enhance the visibility and navigation of each project.

    In addition, you will be able to access the project settings quickly from two locations: by selecting the 'More' icon in the sidebar or at the top of the project. This quick access to the settings ensures that users do not waste time searching for options.

    • Access to recent and favourite tasks and projects

    Improvements in Jira's navigation also include a new section where you can quickly view the projects and tasks you have marked as favourites or that are recent. This functionality is ideal for teams working on multiple projects and needing to quickly find what they are managing.

  • Recent projects

    Now, every time you create, edit or visit a project, it will automatically appear in your recent projects list. This allows you to easily pick up any project you are working on without wasting time searching for it.

  • Projects and tasks marked as favourites

    If you have projects that you consider a priority or that you need to consult frequently, you can mark them as 'Starred'. This way, they will appear at the top of your project list, ensuring instant access to your most important tasks.

    • Quick access to filters and dashboards

    Personalisation also extends to Jira filters and boards. Users can now quickly access the most commonly used filters and boards, which is essential for teams that need to keep constant track of projects and tasks.

  • Recent and favourite filters and boards

    Just like with projects, the filters and boards you have used recently will automatically appear in the 'Recent' list. You can also mark the filters and boards you use most frequently as favourites, which will move them to the top of your sidebar for quicker access.

    • Integration of applications and Atlassian Home

    Another very useful feature that has been improved is access to Atlassian Home. This page acts as a control centre where you can keep track of all your projects, goals and connected applications.

  • Objectives

    Atlassian now allows users to manage their Goals directly from the sidebar. Goals can be created, edited and their progress tracked without leaving the main interface. This is especially useful for companies that wish to have an overall view of their projects and ensure that all work is aligned with business objectives.

  • Projects and Status Updates

    Integration with Projects in Atlassian Home is also significant. You can now easily access existing projects and view their status updates in real time. This makes it easier to track progress and ensure that all team members are aware of the latest developments.

  • Connected applications

    Through Atlassian Home, you can also explore and manage the applications connected to your Atlassian workspace. This allows you to have complete control over the applications you are using, ensuring that the entire team has access to the tools they need without complications.

    • Other improvements: app management and exploration of new functionalities.

    Jira has integrated new options to explore and manage applications. You can now access them directly from the sidebar to discover new applications, manage existing ones, and make adjustments as needed. This gives you the flexibility to adapt Jira to the changing needs of your team, further enhancing project management efficiency.

    Conclusion

    The new features of Atlassian, including enhancements to sidebar navigation, project and task customisation, and integration with Atlassian Home, provide businesses with powerful tools to optimise their workflow. The possibilities for customisation and quick access allow users to manage projects more efficiently and adapt to the changing demands of their work environment.

    If you haven't explored these new features yet, now is the perfect time to update and start taking advantage of everything Atlassian has to offer. With more intuitive navigation, greater control over projects, and seamless integration with third-party applications, the potential for improving your team's productivity is enormous.

    Undoubtedly, companies that adopt these updates will be able to enjoy a more organised, flexible working environment that is aligned with their strategic objectives.

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