How to Use Linear's Documentation View
- George Apostolov
How to Use Linear's Documentation View: step-by-step guide
Select a project and open it.
Navigate to a project 'Overview' within Linear.
Click on the add icon.
Click 'Create document" next to the 'Resources' section.
This allows you to create a dedicated document space within the project, using the same Markdown editor as issue descriptions.
You can write detailed project information, specifications, or other relevant documentation, including the ability to reference other issues and projects within the text itself.
Quick answer: To use Linear's Documentation View, select a project, open its Overview, click the add icon, and select Create document next to the Resources section. Then, write detailed project information or specifications using the Markdown editor, with options to reference other issues and projects.
About this Linear tutorial
Create dedicated document spaces for your projects in Linear to write detailed specifications and reference issues using the Markdown editor. This guide shows how to use Linear's Documentation View in 6 steps, starting with "Select a project and open it" and finishing with "You can write detailed project information, specifications, or other relevant documenta...". 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 Documentation View?
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 Use Linear's Global Search, How to Use Linear's Home View and How to Use Linear's Inbox Feature. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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