How to Use Task Lists in Linear
- George Apostolov
How to Use Task Lists in Linear: step-by-step guide
Navigate to a project.
Click the add icon to create an issue within the project.
Give your task a descriptive title.
Add details like labels for categorization, priority level, due date, and assign the task to a team member.
Once done, click 'Create issue'.
Click the 'Display' option to organize the views.
Use different views like 'Board' or 'List' to visually organize your tasks based on your preference.
Click 'Filter'.
Filter tasks by assignee, priority, label, or due date to focus on specific work.
Leave comments on tasks to discuss progress or ask questions.
Quick answer: 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.
About this Linear tutorial
Organize, filter, and discuss project tasks in Linear with different visual views and detailed issue tracking. This guide shows how to use Task Lists in Linear in 10 steps, starting with "Navigate to a project" and finishing with "Leave comments on tasks to discuss progress or ask questions". 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 Task Lists in Linear?
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 Add Attachments to Issues in Linear, How to Add Comments to Issues in Linear and How to Add Descriptions to Issues in Linear. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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