Quick Summary
Tracking automation coverage in Jira doesn't have to mean manual reports or piecing together numbers before every meeting. This blog explains what the AIO Tests Automation Coverage gadget does, how to add it to your Jira dashboard in 5 steps, and what to expect once it's set up.
Most QA teams have a rough idea of how much of their test suite is automated. But "rough idea" doesn't cut it when you're trying to justify your automation investment or plan where to focus next. You need actual numbers, broken down by project, visible to the whole team.
That's what the AIO Tests Automation Coverage gadget does. It sits right on your Jira dashboard and shows you exactly how your automated cases stack up against manual ones, so you always know where you stand without digging through spreadsheets or running separate reports.
This guide walks you through setting it up from scratch.
What Is Automation Coverage?
Automation coverage is simply the measure of how many of your test cases are automated versus how many are still being run manually. It sounds straightforward, but in practice, most teams struggle to track it consistently.
Without a proper QA automation dashboard, you end up relying on memory, ad hoc spreadsheets, or whatever numbers someone pulled together for the last team meeting.
That makes it hard to spot gaps in your test automation, measure how much effort automation is actually saving, or make a clear case to stakeholders that your work is moving the needle.
Tracking automation coverage consistently gives you a baseline. Once you have that, you can start making smarter decisions about where to automate next and how to communicate that value upward.
What Does the Automation Coverage Gadget Do?
The Automation Coverage gadget is a widget you add directly to a Jira dashboard. It pulls in data about your test cases to help teams manage test cases in Jira and displays a breakdown of automated cases versus manual cases for a project you select.
A few things it lets you do:
- See automated cases against manual cases in one view
- Measure and compare the effort savings that come from your automation work
- Specify the cases you want to include in the coverage view
- Look at automation coverage across multiple parameters within a project
The fact that it lives inside Jira matters. Your team is already in Jira every day. Having your software testing automation coverage gadget in the same place means no one has to remember to check a separate tool, and the data stays visible to everyone who needs it.
How to Set Up Automation Coverage Dashboard in Jira Using AIO Tests
Here's exactly what to do.
Step 1: Open Your Dashboard in Edit Mode
Go to the Jira dashboard where you want to add the gadget and click the Edit button.
One thing worth knowing: you can add this gadget either when you're creating a new dashboard or when you're editing an existing one. The steps are the same either way. The Edit mode is where you manage what gadgets appear on your dashboard.
Step 2: Search for the Gadget
Once you're in edit mode, look at the panel on the right side of the screen. There's an Add a Gadget search field there.
Type Automation Coverage into that field. You'll see a list of matching gadgets appear.
Step 3: Click Add on the AIO Tests Gadget
Find the AIO Tests - Automation Coverage gadget in the results and click its Add button.
The gadget will be added to your dashboard at this point, but you still need to configure it before it shows you anything useful.
Step 4: Enter Your Project Name
After the gadget is added, you'll see a Project field. Type in the name of the Jira project you want to track automation coverage for.
This is how the gadget knows which test case data to pull in.
Step 5: Save
Click Save.
That's it. Once you save, the automation coverage output for your selected project appears directly on the dashboard. You'll see the breakdown of automated cases against manual cases right there on screen.
If you need more detailed setup instructions or additional configuration guidance, you can also refer to the Atlassian Marketplace documentation for AIO Tests.
What You See After Setup
After saving, the gadget displays the automation coverage output for your project on the dashboard. It shows how your automated test cases compare to your manual ones, giving you and your team a clear picture of your current test automation coverage in Jira without any extra steps.
This view becomes your go-to for Jira test coverage reporting. Instead of pulling numbers together manually before every sprint review or stakeholder update, the data is just there.
Why Teams Use AIO Tests for Automation Reporting in Jira
If your team is already working in Jira, it makes sense to keep your test coverage data there too. Switching between tools to check on automation metrics adds friction, and things tend to get ignored when they're one extra login away.
The AIO Tests gadget keeps automation reporting in Jira native. The gadget also goes beyond just showing coverage numbers.
It helps you measure the effort saved because of automation, which is the kind of concrete data that actually resonates in team reviews and leadership conversations. And because you can view coverage across multiple parameters, you get more than just a single top-level number. You can get into the details when you need them.
Wrapping Up
Setting up the Automation Coverage gadget in AIO Tests is a five-step process, and once it's done, you have a permanent, project-level view of your Jira automation coverage living right on your dashboard inside a test management app for Jira.
If your team has been piecing together coverage numbers manually, this is a straightforward fix. Get the gadget set up, point it at your project, and you've got your baseline. Everything from there gets easier.
FAQs
- How do I track automation coverage in Jira?
You can track automation coverage in Jira using a QA automation dashboard like the AIO Tests Automation Coverage gadget. It shows automated versus manual test cases directly inside Jira, helping teams monitor test automation progress without manual reporting.
- What is the best way to measure test automation coverage in Jira?
The best way to measure test automation coverage in Jira is by using a test management app for Jira that provides real-time automation reporting. Tools like AIO Tests automatically calculate and display automation coverage across projects and test cases.
- How can QA teams improve automation coverage in Jira?
QA teams can improve automation coverage in Jira by identifying repetitive manual test cases, prioritizing high-risk workflows for automation, and using software testing automation dashboards to track coverage growth over time.
- Do AIO Tests support Jira automation testing workflows?
Yes. AIO Tests supports Jira automation testing workflows by helping teams organize test cases, monitor automated test coverage, and streamline QA reporting directly inside Jira.
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