How to Link Issues in Linear
- George Apostolov
How to Link Issues in Linear: step-by-step guide
Open an issue and click the ellipsis icon in the top-right.
Select 'Create related' and choose 'Related issue'.
Enter the title of the issue and click 'Create issue'.
Linked issues appear under the 'Related' section in the issue detail view.
Click on the issue to view.
That's it! You have successfully linked issues in Linear.
Quick answer: To link issues in Linear, open an issue and click the ellipsis icon, select Create related and choose Related issue, enter the title, and click Create issue. View linked issues under the Related section.
About this Linear tutorial
Connect related tasks seamlessly in Linear by creating and viewing linked issues directly from the issue detail view. This guide shows how to link Issues in Linear in 6 steps, starting with "Open an issue and click the ellipsis icon in the top-right" and finishing with "That's it! You have successfully linked issues 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 link Issues in Linear?
6 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 Manage Team Settings in Linear, How to Move Issues Between Teams in Linear and How to Pin Important Issues in Linear. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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