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BacklogTemplatesProject settingsNew featureImport/export

Starting a new project just got faster and easier in Backlog with our new Project Settings Export/Import feature. Whether you want to replicate your ideal workflow across departments or eliminate the hassle of setting everything up from scratch, this update is designed to help teams launch new projects with minimal setup.

Reuse your best project setups

Have you ever found yourself manually reconfiguring the same project settings over and over again? Now, you can export your project settings to a file and import them into another project in just a few clicks—no need to rebuild from zero. Here’s what’s included in the feature:

  • General Settings: Text formatting (Markdown/Backlog), use of parent/child issues, Git, Wiki, and more
  • Issue Types: Names, colors, and templates for issue types like “Task” or “Bug”
  • Statuses: Custom and default issue statuses (e.g., “Open,” “In Progress”)
  • Categories: Any categories defined in the project
  • Milestones: Milestone names and versions
Please note: Start and end dates for milestones and any custom attributes are not currently included in the export. Support for custom attributes is planned for a future release. We’re also working on adding the exporting and importing functionality to custom fields. Look out for new updates soon!

Reduce manual setup
Skip repetitive steps and avoid configuration errors. With just a few clicks, you can replicate the exact same settings from a past project.
Share reusable project templates
Standardize best practices across teams by exporting settings from successful projects and sharing them as internal templates.
Launch projects faster
No more reinventing the wheel. Start new projects with tried-and-true configurations so your team can hit the ground running.
Help new users get started
If you're new to Backlog, you can use project settings created by experienced teammates to begin managing work with confidence.

How to use it

To export project settings

1

Go to the project you want to copy and open “Project Settings.”

2

Click Export Project Settings to download the file.

To import project settings:

1

Click Add Project on your dashboard.

2

In the project creation window, select Import project settings.

3

Upload your settings file and fill in your new project name and key.

4

Click Add to finish!

Ready to try it out?

Need more info?

Check out the support article for more detailed setup information. This feature is available for all Backlog users. Got questions? We’re here to help! Reach out to our support team anytime.

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