By default, users who can view/edit the issue can view/edit the checklist. However, in Checklist for Jira Pro, you can configure custom checklist permissions that are independent of issue permissions.
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Note that toaccess the checklist Editor, the user must be granted all of the permissions (Add, Edit, Toggle, Delete).
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For checklists to function properly, if the custom Work on checklist permission is enabled then the Checklist Text custom field must not be present on the Issue Edit and Issue Create screens. |
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The custom View Checklist permission can be used to control who can see checklist and the checklist history. This configuration allows you to hide the checklist for users who still have access to the issue.
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If a user is allowed to view the checklist but not edit it, the checklist will be displayed in read-only mode: all items will be visible but it won't be possible for the user to make any changes. |
Global View Checklist Permission | Permission Required to View Checklist |
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Enabled | View Checklist |
Disabled This is the only option for Issue Checklist Free, and the default option for Issue Checklist Pro. |
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If the View Checklist custom permission is in use, and a user does not have this permission, he/she can still see assigned checklist items on Assigned checklist items page. |
Using the Custom View Checklist Permission
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