How to Use Linear's Board View
- George Apostolov
How to Use Linear's Board View: step-by-step guide
Navigate to your desired issue.
Click on the 'Display' options and select 'Board'.
In board view, you can visually organize issues by dragging them between columns representing different status stages, with the ability to filter and customize columns based on your workflow.
Board gives you the column management. Columns represent different stages of your workflow.
Create new columns by clicking the '+' button.
Drag and drop issues between columns to update their status.
Apply filters to display specific issues in your board view.
Customize column names and order to match your project needs.
Click on an issue to view details, add comments, or update its status.
Create new issues directly within a column by clicking the add icon.
Quick answer: To use Linear's board view, navigate to an issue, open Display options, and select Board. Visually organize issues by dragging them between columns representing status stages. Create new columns with the plus button, apply filters, customize column names and order, click issues to view details and update status, and create new issues directly within columns using the add icon.
About this Linear tutorial
Organize and track workflow stages visually in Linear using the board view to manage issues, customize columns, and apply filters. This guide shows how to use Linear's Board View in 10 steps, starting with "Navigate to your desired issue" and finishing with "Create new issues directly within a column by clicking the add icon". 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 use Linear's Board View?
10 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 Use Linear's Command Menu, How to Use Linear's Cycle Feature and How to Use Linear's Dark Mode. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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