How to Add Labels to Issues in Linear
- George Apostolov
How to Add Labels to Issues in Linear: step-by-step guide
Open the issue details or create an issue.
Click on the 'Labels' icon.
Select an existing label or make a new one.
The label will be applied immediately.
Quick answer: To add labels in Linear, open or create an issue details view, click the Labels icon, and choose an existing label or create a new one to apply it immediately.
About this Linear tutorial
Organize your Linear issues efficiently by applying existing labels or creating new ones directly from the issue details view. This guide shows how to add Labels to Issues in Linear in 4 steps, starting with "Open the issue details or create an issue" and finishing with "The label will be applied immediately". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Linear interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Labels to Issues in Linear?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Linear data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Linear. Related guides: How to Archive Issues in Linear, How to Assign Issues in Linear and How to Automate Linear Ticket Creation from Typeform with Zapier. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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