# How to Use Task Lists in Linear

> To use task lists in Linear, navigate to a project, create and detail an issue, and click 'Create issue'. Then, organize your views using the 'Display' option, filter tasks by specific criteria, and leave comments to discuss progress.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-use-task-lists-in-linear/
Apps: Linear
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a5266ab56e05a00fff909/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Navigate to a project.
2. Click the add icon to create an issue within the project.
3. Give your task a descriptive title.
4. Add details like labels for categorization, priority level, due date, and assign the task to a team member.
5. Once done, click 'Create issue'.
6. Click the 'Display' option to organize the views.
7. Use different views like 'Board' or 'List' to visually organize your tasks based on your preference.
8. Click 'Filter'.
9. Filter tasks by assignee, priority, label, or due date to focus on specific work.
10. Leave comments on tasks to discuss progress or ask questions.