How to Create Your First Project in Linear
- George Apostolov
How to Create Your First Project in Linear: step-by-step guide
Click on the 'Projects' tab in the sidebar.
Click on the 'Create new project' button.
Enter a project name that clearly defines the purpose of the project.
Optionally, add a description to provide more details.
Select a status for your project.
Select a project priority.
Select a project owner who will oversee progress.
Assign the project to a team.
Select the start date of the project.
Set a due date to track milestones effectively.
Click 'Create project' to save changes.
That’s it! You’ve successfully created your first project in Linear.
Quick answer: To create your first project in Linear, click the Projects tab in the sidebar and the Create new project button. Enter the project name, add an optional description, select the status, priority, owner, and team. Finally, set the start and due dates, then click Create project.
About this Linear tutorial
Start organizing your work in Linear by setting up a new project, defining key details, assigning owners, and establishing milestones. This guide shows how to create Your First Project in Linear in 12 steps, starting with "Click on the 'Projects' tab in the sidebar" and finishing with "That’s it! You’ve successfully created your first project in Linear". 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 Your First Project in Linear?
12 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 Customize Your Dashboard in Linear, How to Enable/Disable Email Notifications in Linear and How to Export Data from Linear. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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