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How to change status and priority of a support ticket

Managing the status and priority of support tickets is essential for organizing workflows and resolving customer issues efficiently. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to modify the status and priority of a support ticket.

Steps to Change Ticket Status or Priority:

  1. Navigate to the Tickets Section:
    • Click on the Tickets option in the sidebar menu.
    • This will display a list of all tickets along with their details such as status, priority, and agent.
  2. Open the Ticket Details:
    • Find the ticket for which you want to change the status or priority.
    • Click on the Ticket ID (e.g., #1) to open the ticket’s detailed view.
  3. Go to the About Tab:
    • Once the ticket details page is open, locate the About tab on the right side of the screen.
    • This section displays ticket-related information like priority, status, client details, assigned agent, and creation date.
  4. Change the Priority:
    • In the Priority field, click the dropdown menu.
    • Select the appropriate priority level (e.g., Low, Medium, High, Critical) based on the urgency of the ticket.
  5. Update the Status:
    • In the Status field, click the dropdown menu.
    • Choose the new status for the ticket (e.g., Open, In Progress, Resolved, or Closed) to reflect the current stage of resolution.
  6. Changes Are Automatically Saved:
    • Once you select a new value for the Priority or Status, the changes are automatically saved and updated in the system.

Benefits of Updating Status and Priority:

  • Efficient Issue Management: Helps in categorizing and prioritizing tickets for faster resolution.
  • Better Team Collaboration: Provides clarity to the team about the urgency and progress of each ticket.
  • Improved Customer Satisfaction: Keeps ticket resolutions aligned with customer expectations by ensuring timely updates.