# Using Simple Points

## About the plugin

Simple Points: Agile Poker Estimation adds a simple and straightforward way to estimate story points using planning poker directly within Jira issues. Team members can vote simultaneously, see real-time results, and reach consensus faster during sprint planning sessions.

### Access the plugin

Access Simple Points from the issue context panel on any Jira issue. The "Estimation" panel appears automatically when viewing an issue.

### Use the plugin

**To vote on story points:**

1. Open any Jira issue in your project
2. Locate the "Estimation" panel in the issue context area on the right
3. Select your story point estimate from the available options (0, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13, or ?)
4. Click "Submit" to cast your vote

**To view results:**

* Results update automatically in real-time as team members vote
* View the bar chart showing vote distribution and consensus
* Click "Show votes" to see individual team member estimates
* Use the refresh button to manually update results

**To change your vote:**

* Click "New vote" to remove your current vote and vote again
* Select a different story point value and submit

**To skip voting:**

* Click "Skip to results" if you're observing and don't need to vote
* You'll still see the results and vote distribution

**Planning Poker Values:**

* 0, 0.5, 1, 2, 3, 5, 8, 13: Standard Fibonacci sequence for story point estimation
* ?: Use when the issue needs clarification or is too complex to estimate

### Support

For any inquiries or bug reporting please use the support portal to raise a ticket.

Support portal [link here](https://totallycalculated.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/6)


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