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title: "Two-way sync between Jira and Slack"
canonical: "https://support.appfire.com/space/JIFS/3085271070/Two-way%20sync%20between%20Jira%20and%20Slack"
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> Macro (aura-html)

## What it’s handy for

Integrating Slack and Jira software makes notifications bidirectional. You can comment, assign, and transition Jira work items without leaving Slack. You can also turn any Slack message into a new Jira work item and assign it to a team member.

## Why you need this

- **Ease collaboration:** The bidirectional integration between Slack and Jira Software enables seamless collaboration among team members. Users can quickly and easily assign tasks, comment on work items, and transition them to different stages, all without leaving Slack.
- **Improve visibility:** With notifications becoming bidirectional, team members can stay up-to-date on Jira work items even if they don't have direct access to the Jira platform. This can help improve visibility and ensure that everyone has the information they need to make informed decisions and complete tasks.
- **Streamline task management:** By creating new Jira work items directly within Slack, team members can quickly and easily add tasks to the backlog, assign them to team members, and set due dates. This can help improve task management and ensure that tasks are completed on time.
- **Enhance transparency:** With the ability to comment and assign tasks in Slack, team members can track Jira work items in real time. This can help improve transparency and ensure that everyone is on the same page.

## To get started:

1. You will be asked to connect your account when you perform your first action in Slack. You can also manually trigger a connection by typing **/jira-plus connect.**
2. Click the **Connect Now** button in Slack.
3. Click **Allow** in Jira.