# How to Create Issues in Linear

> To create issues in Linear, click the 'My issues' button in the sidebar, enter a title, add details, choose a status, set the priority, assign a team member, and add it to the project. Finally, click 'Create issue' to save it to your team's list or backlog.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-create-issues-in-linear/
Apps: Linear
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a39bdab56e05a00fe06e6/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Click on the 'My issues' button in the sidebar.
2. Give your issue a clear, descriptive title.
3. Add details about the issue.
4. Choose an initial status.
5. Set the priority level.
6. Assign the issue to a team member.
7. Add your issue to the project.
8. Click 'Create issue' to save it.
9. Once created, the issue will appear in your team’s issue list or backlog.