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Benefits of Smart Forms vs Jira’s Native Forms

Smart Forms vs JSW/JWM Forms

1. Universal Availability

  • Smart Forms can be used across all project types — JSW, JWM, and JSM.

    • Share forms with users who aren’t logged into Jira or are logged in only to your Jira instance.

    • Embed forms on websites, Confluence, WordPress, or other platforms.

    • Allow submitters to select the issue type before creating an issue.

    • Support attachments in public forms.

    • Display a custom confirmation message after form submission — including references to form elements, created issue links, or keys.

    • Automatically or manually add forms to existing issues.

      • Update issue fields and define issue status after submission.

      • Auto-share forms from issues using Jira Automation triggers.

  • Product Discovery Integration

    • Fully compatible with Product Discovery — create tasks directly within it.

    • Cost-effective: only one idea creator license is needed for submissions.

    • Anyone with a link can fill out a form, while the reporter remains the Smart Forms user.

  • Customer Portal Integration

    • Add Smart Forms to the Jira Service Management (JSM) Customer Portal.

    • Easily show or hide forms from the portal as needed.

4. Flexible Access & Permissions

  • Designed so any team member can build and share forms — no Jira Admin or Project Admin rights required.

  • Manage visibility and editing rights using Form Restrictions.

5. Layout & Design Customization

  • 🔜 Customizable form layouts for improved usability (planned by end of 2025).

  • Add embedded media — images, videos, and more.

  • Adjust font style, size, and background color.

  • Include content elements for richer form presentation.

6. Advanced Form Settings

  • Configure fields with validation, min/max character limits, placeholders, and default responses.

  • Access more field types and settings than native Jira forms.

  • Maintain draft history for forms within tasks.

  • Allow users to reopen submissions when needed.

  • Add CAPTCHA to secure from bots from filling.

7. Reporting & Tracking

  • Generate a one-page summary report for each form.

  • Export results to PDF or XLSX formats.

  • Review and analyze form-associated issues for improved tracking.

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