Getting Started with Links Explorer (LXP) – The #1 Jira Traceability App
Links Explorer (LXP) is the #1 Jira traceability app. Visualize issue links, analyze dependencies, and manage impact across projects in one view.
If you need to track work item, perform impact analysis, or visualize work items hierarchies, LXP transforms basic Jira links into a powerful end-to-end traceability solution.
This guide will help you get started in minutes, understand the core concepts, and unlock the full potential of cross-project traceability in Jira.
Getting Started in 5 Minutes
Step 1: Install and Go
Install LXP directly from the Atlassian Marketplace.
Once installed, LXP automatically appears:
In your Apps Menu
In the Activity panel of every Jira issue
No complex setup. Just install and start exploring.
Step 2: Explore Links Explorer
LXP transforms basic Jira issue links into an interactive hierarchy graph.
With one click, you can:
Perform Impact Analysis → “If this requirement changes, which tests are affected?”
Track Dependencies → “What upstream tasks must be completed first?”
Run Gap Analysis → “Does this bug have a fix and a linked test case?”
Step 3: Supported Jira Products
LXP works seamlessly across:
Jira Software (Cloud, Data Center)
Jira Service Management (Cloud, Data Center)
How Traceability Works in LXP
In native Jira, an issue link is just a connection.
In LXP, traceability means a complete story across projects, epics, tasks, and sub-tasks.
With LXP you can:
Visualize downstream links → understand consequences of delays/changes
Identify orphaned issues → find items with no links that may be forgotten
Trace across multiple projects & Jira sites → unify workflows
Customizing LXP to Your Needs
LXP is powerful out-of-the-box, but flexible enough to match your team’s workflows.
Filter Your Data
Use JQL or Board filters to zoom in on the issues that matter.
Choose Your View
LXP provides flexible ways to visualize and analyze traceability:
Tree View (Hierarchical View) → Interactive view showing the hierarchy of linked Jira issues in one place. You can apply filters, expand/collapse nodes, customize visible fields, and dynamically explore dependencies.
Issue Type Traceability Report (Tabular Format) → Spreadsheet-style report organized by issue types. Provides end-to-end coverage across Requirements, Epics, Stories, Bugs, Tests, etc., ensuring nothing is missed.
Links View Traceability Report (Tabular Format) → Tabular report grouped by link types. Helps you analyze relationships such as “blocks,” “duplicates,” or “relates to,” making dependencies and impact crystal clear.
Save View
Configure your perfect view and save it.
Personalize Your Experience
Adjust layout density, pagination, and connection styles for clarity and performance.
LXP in Your Daily Workflow
Create Issue Links in One Click
Click on '+' icon on issues inside the hierarchy and tabular view to create new links instantly—no context switching.
Export Traceability Reports
Export your current view as CSV/MD for:
Stakeholder updates
Audit & compliance reports
Sprint or release reviews
Use Dashboard Gadgets
Add LXP gadgets to your Jira Dashboard to:
Track orphaned issues
Monitor critical dependencies
Display saved traceability views
Why Teams Choose LXP
Impact Analysis → Know the consequences of changes before they happen.
Cross-Project Traceability → Follow links across multiple Jira projects & sites.
Customizable Reporting → Tailor traceability views for sprints, audits, or compliance.
Next Steps
Ready to explore?
Install Links Explorer (LXP) from the Atlassian Marketplace and start managing Jira issue traceability with confidence.