How to Create Custom Labels in Linear
- George Apostolov
How to Create Custom Labels in Linear: step-by-step guide
Click on your profile icon in the upper-left corner.
Select 'Settings'.
Navigate to 'Labels' under the features settings.
Click 'New Label'.
Enter a name for your label.
Click on the check icon to save your label.
That's it! You have successfully created a custom label.
Quick answer: To create custom labels in Linear, click your profile icon, select Settings, and navigate to Labels under features. Click New Label, enter a name, and click the check icon to save.
About this Linear tutorial
Organize your issues efficiently in Linear by adding custom labels. Follow these simple steps to set up and save your new labels. This guide shows how to create Custom Labels in Linear in 7 steps, starting with "Click on your profile icon in the upper-left corner" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully created a custom label". 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 create Custom Labels in Linear?
7 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 Create Custom Statuses in Linear, How to Create Custom Views in Linear and How to Create Custom Workflows in Linear. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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