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Modern Code Blocks adds a Monaco-powered editor and syntax highlighting for 85+ languages in Confluence. This article explains embedding, theming, and performance tips.

Quick prerequisites​

• Confluence Cloud with Modern Code Blocks installed

Embedding large snippets​

• Use collapsible sections for long code
• Avoid inline images in code blocks

Theme & editor tips​

• Choose appropriate theme for readability
• Use Monaco's formatting shortcuts to tidy code

Internal links​

• User guide: /docs/Modern-Code-Blocks-for-Confluence/user-docs

Collecting attachments from many Jira issues can be tedious. The Simple Bulk Attachment Downloader app automates parallel downloads and packages attachments by issue for easy sharing and archiving.

When to use it​

• Migrating files during releases
• Gathering screenshots and logs for QA or support
• Archiving project assets before cleanup

Quick prerequisites​

• Jira Cloud account with the app installed
• Permission to view attachments in the issues

Step 1 — Filter the issues​

Use Jira issue navigator or a saved filter. Example JQL to find issues with attachments:

project = MYPROJECT AND attachments IS NOT EMPTY

Step 2 — Run the attachment analyzer​

Click the Simple Bulk Attachment Downloader action. The analyzer reports:

• Number of issues
• Total attachments
• Estimated download size

Step 3 — Download and organization​

Click Download X Attachments as ZIP. Files are organized as ISSUE-123 - Summary/attachments inside the ZIP.

Tips for large sets​

• Use date ranges (created >= -30d) to split exports
• Ensure enough local disk space before large downloads

Troubleshooting​

• If downloads stall: try smaller batches, clear browser cache, or use another browser
• If permission errors: confirm attachments are visible to your account

Internal links​

• User guide: /docs/Simple-Bulk-Attachment-Downloader-for-Jira/user-docs
• Export issues guide: /docs/Simple-Bulk-Issues-Excel-CSV-Export-for-Jira/user-docs

Suggested featured image: a ZIP file structure screenshot showing attachments organized by issue.

Using custom fonts can dramatically improve readability and branding in Confluence. This guide shows how to use the Google Fonts for Confluence app to apply fonts, configure previews, and balance performance.

Quick prerequisites​

• Confluence Cloud site with the Google Fonts app installed
• Permission to edit pages or space styles

Step 1 — Choose the right font​

• Consider legibility and weights
• Prefer variable fonts for performance

Step 2 — Apply font to a page​

• Edit page → Insert Google Fonts macro → select font → save

Step 3 — Use live preview and fallback rules​

• Test in multiple browsers
• Add CSS fallbacks for system fonts

Performance tips​

• Limit webfont file size by choosing only needed weights
• Use font-display: swap to avoid invisible text

Internal links​

• User guide: /docs/Google-Fonts-for-Confluence/usage

Mermaid is a compact, human-readable language for generating diagrams from text. This guide shows how to create common diagram types in Confluence, with ready-to-use examples you can paste into the Mermaid editor.

Excalidraw-powered whiteboards let teams sketch ideas directly inside Jira issues. This quick guide covers creating boards, saving snapshots, and sharing with team members.

Quick prerequisites​

• Jira Cloud with Excalidraw Diagrams plus Whiteboards app installed
• Permission to add app content to issues

Create a whiteboard​

• Open issue → click Excalidraw action → create new board
• Use shape libraries and templates for common diagrams

Collaboration tips​

• Locking & versioning: snapshot boards before edits
• Exporting: save as PNG/SVG for sharing

Internal links​

• User guide: /docs/Excalidraw-Diagrams-plus-Whiteboards-for-Jira/usage

Exporting Jira issues to Excel or CSV is useful for reporting, audits, and sharing issues with stakeholders. This guide walks through exporting filtered results using the Simple Bulk Issues Excel CSV Export app with practical JQL examples and field-selection tips.

Why use Simple Bulk Issues​

• Exports up to 1,000 issues with selectable fields
• Supports CSV, XLS and XLSX formats
• Preserves dates, users, multi-value fields and attachments metadata

Quick prerequisites​

1. Jira Cloud instance with the app installed and licensed
2. Permission to view issues you want to export
3. A saved filter or JQL query that returns the desired issues

Step 1 — Prepare your filter (JQL)​

Example: export all bugs in the last 30 days for PROJECT:

project = PROJECT AND issuetype = Bug AND created >= -30d

Tips:

• Test your JQL in Jira issue navigator first.
• Use saved filters for repeatable exports.

Step 2 — Open the export dialog​

Navigate to Issues → Search for Issues, run your filter, then click the Simple Bulk Issues Excel CSV Export action in the toolbar.

Step 3 — Select fields to export​

Choose only fields you need to keep file size manageable. Recommended fields for reporting:

• Key, Summary, Status, Assignee, Reporter
• Created, Updated, Resolution Date
• Priority, Issue Type, Labels, Components

Quick selection tips​

• Use “Select Default” for a compact report
• Use “Select All” for a complete data dump (beware of large files)

Step 4 — Choose format and export​

Select CSV, XLS or XLSX and click export. The file downloads automatically with a timestamped filename.

Handling large exports​

• For >1,000 issues, split your query (date ranges or project slices).
• Use XLSX for richer formatting; CSV is best for integrations.

Examples & automation​

• Automate exports by using saved filters combined with scheduled tasks that pull exported files from your team.

Internal links & resources​

• Read the full user guide: /docs/Simple-Bulk-Issues-Excel-CSV-Export-for-Jira/user-docs
• Related: Bulk Attachment Downloader: /docs/Simple-Bulk-Attachment-Downloader-for-Jira/user-docs

Suggested featured image: screenshot of export dialog with field selection.