How to Use Linear's Command Menu
- George Apostolov
How to Use Linear's Command Menu: step-by-step guide
To access Linear's command menu, simply press 'Control + K' and this will open a searchable menu where you can quickly perform various actions based on your current view or selection.
Start typing to find specific commands or navigate to different parts of Linear.
Type 'New issue' to quickly create a new task.
Click 'Create Issue' to proceed.
Quick answer: To use Linear's command menu, press Control + K to open the searchable menu, type to find commands or navigate, type New issue to create a task, and click Create Issue to proceed.
About this Linear tutorial
Access the command menu in Linear to quickly search views, find specific commands, and create new issues. This guide shows how to use Linear's Command Menu in 4 steps, starting with "To access Linear's command menu, simply press 'Control + K' and this will open a search..." and finishing with "Click 'Create Issue' to proceed". 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 Command Menu?
4 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 Cycle Feature, How to Use Linear's Dark Mode and How to Use Linear's Documentation View. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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