Scatter Plot Gadget in Jira
Scatter Plot Gadget provides a visual representation of issue duration in a specific time metric. It helps users analyze performance trends, detect outliers, and evaluate workflow efficiency.
How to install Scatter Plot Gadget in Jira on dashboard
First, you must use the latest Time Metrics Tracker add-on version.
To update add-on, follow the update instructions if you've installed an app before the release.
In Jira, go to Dashboards
Create a new dashboard or select an existing one.
Click the Add gadget button on the dashboard.
Write "Scatter Plot" in the search box.
Select Agile Scatter Plot | Time Between Statuses in the search results.
Click the Add gadget button.
You're all set!👍
How to use
First, you need to configure the gadget using the following settings to view the data in the dashboard
In Gadget Configuration you can set:
Select the project you want to report on.
Select time metrics to display; if they have not yet been created for the selected project, the gadget will prompt you to do so.
Select the criteria by which you want to filter issues: Created, Updated, or Resolved.
Use the functionality of Date ranges to customize report timeframes.
The Format option lets you select the time format to view time metrics.
Drag and drop columns in the gadget for better analysis.
How It Works
Each dot on the Scatter Plot represents a Jira issue with its corresponding time metric value.
The X-axis represents the timeline (date).
The Y-axis represents the duration (time spent in a status or between statuses).
You can zoom in on specific areas of the scatter plot by selecting a portion of the chart with the mouse. This allows for a detailed view of specific time ranges or issue clusters.
Key Features
✔ Visual Analysis – Quickly identify trends and anomalies in your workflow.
✔ Custom Metrics – Choose which time metric (e.g., Cycle Time, Lead Time, Time in Progress) to display.
✔ Interactive Zoom – Select a section of the chart with your mouse to zoom in for detailed analysis.
✔ Real-time Updates – The data is updated automatically as new issue data becomes available.
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