Work Item Decomposer

Quickly decompose work items into structured, valid hierarchies. Supports any work item types and custom processes with zero configuration.

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How It Works

🌟 Instant Hierarchy Creation

Build comprehensive work item structures for any type and process configuration

🪄 One-Click Decomposition

Transform complex requirements into organized, actionable hierarchies

🔄 Universal Integration

Seamlessly accessible from Boards, Backlogs, Sprints, Queries, and Work Item Details

♾️ Complete Process Compatibility

Works with inherited and custom process templates and respects your project's bug behavior

⚙️ Flexible Configuration

Customize auto-tagging, assignment rules, delete confirmations, and more options to fit your workflow.

⚡ Reliable & Efficient

Consistent setup with error-free execution and optimized performance

⌨️ Advanced Keyboard Support

Full navigation control for enhanced productivity and workflow efficiency

🌓 Adaptive Theme Experience

Automatically matches your Azure DevOps light or dark theme

💡 Why You'll Love It

🎯 Smart Planning	🔥 Save Time	🎨 Stay Organized
Create complex hierarchies in seconds	No more manual linking or setup	Consistent structures every time
Works with any work item type	One action does it all	Perfect for teams and enterprises

🛠️ How to Use

Install Work Item Decomposer from the Azure DevOps Marketplace.
Open any work item in Boards, Backlogs, Sprints, Queries, or its details view.
Right-click or click the "..." menu and select Decompose work item.
Create your hierarchy and work item types, then click Save.

📍 Where to Find the Extension in Azure DevOps

After installing, you can access Work Item Decomposer almost anywhere you work with items in Azure DevOps Boards:

Boards
Backlogs
Sprints
Queries

In all these views, right-click any work item or click the "..." (more options) to open the context menu, then select Decompose work item.

You can also use the extension directly from the Work Item Details view by clicking the "..." (more options) in the toolbar.

Additionally, you can see and configure (if permitted) the extension's settings from the Project Settings area.

Project Settings

⚙️ Settings

Explore the full range of settings in our documentation.

🌐 Supported Languages

See the Language Support page for the current list of supported and planned languages.

Start planning smarter—decompose work items with ease!

Note: Extension updates are automatic. If additional permissions are required, you may need to authorize the update in Organization Settings > Extensions. Check our FAQ for version-specific notes.

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