Short Answer: Select issues using the checkboxes; when one or more are selected, the bulk action bar appears with "Change status" and "Assign to" controls.
PreRequisites
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Be signed in (required to modify issues in most org setups).
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Open the repository Issues page.
Steps
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Select multiple issues by checking their row checkboxes, or use the header checkbox to select all visible rows.
A top bulk action bar appears showing “8 selected” (or the number selected). -
To change the status for the selected issues, click the "Change status" dropdown in the bulk action bar.
Status options are shown (e.g., Resolved, In progress). -
Choose the new status. Confirm if prompted.
The selected issues update to the new status, and the status badges refresh. -
To assign selected issues, click "Assign to" in the bulk action bar and choose a user.
The Assignee column updates for the selected issues. -
When finished, click "Clear selection" (or the X) on the bulk bar to exit bulk mode.
The bulk action bar closes and the normal issue list view returns.
Troubleshooting
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Bulk actions are not available after selecting issues.
Likely Cause: No issues are actually selected, or you lack permission to update issues.
Action: Verify the checkboxes are checked (the selected count should appear in the bulk action bar). If still unavailable, sign in or contact your admin for appropriate permissions.
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Bulk status or assignment changes don’t apply to some items.
Likely Cause: Some issues may be in a state or scope that prevents changes (e.g., already closed or restricted by policy).
Action: Try updating a single issue first to identify if a specific item blocks the action, then adjust accordingly.
Note: Bulk actions apply only to the currently visible and selected rows — not to all pages — unless you explicitly select them.