🚀Getting started

Install the App

Step 1: Install the Add-on (Jira Cloud Admin Required)

Use the standard installation process via Find new apps in the Atlassian Marketplace, as illustrated below.

Step 2: Configure Colors in the Status Descriptions (Jira Cloud Admin Required)

asily assign new colors to custom statuses by navigating to the Global Admin section in Jira and editing the Jira Statuses.

Edit the desired statuses and add the appropriate color code in the Description field. Refer to the linked guide for a detailed explanation of all available colors. The following GIF illustrates the process.

For example, in the global Status configuration page in Jira, enter the color code in the status description using lowercase letters enclosed in parentheses, such as:

(black)
(springgreen)
(pink)

This ensures the color is applied correctly.

Next Steps: Install the Add-on in Your Preferred Browser (Jira Users)

Once the add-on is installed, follow the steps below to deploy the extension for Chrome, Safari, Edge, or Firefox:

In your Jira Cloud, navigate to Apps.
Select NewColors! to proceed with the installation.

The following images illustrate the process.

A page will open where you will need to click the "Download your app" button to proceed.

A new window will appear, indicating that it is an external link. Click Continue to proceed.

You will be redirected to the browser's web store. Add the plugin to your browser to complete the installation.

If you are using custom Atlassian domains, refer to this link for further guidance.