Linear for Mac
Linear how-to guides
Every Linear guide we have, newest first. Each one lists the menu path, the shortcut and what to do when it does not work.
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How to add a label in Linear on Mac: steps for the desktop appLearn how to add a label in Linear on Mac. Open an issue, use the Labels field or press L, then create and manage labels that fit your team.
How to assign an issue in Linear on Mac: assignee field, shortcuts and bulk assignmentLearn how to assign an issue in Linear on Mac with the Assignee field, the A and I shortcuts, and bulk assignment for lists and boards.
How to create a custom view in Linear on Mac: sidebar and filter stepsLearn how to create a custom view in Linear on Mac from the sidebar or with ⌥V on a filtered list. Covers sharing rules, editing, and common mistakes.
How to create a cycle in Linear on Mac: enable cycles for your teamLearn how to create a cycle in Linear on Mac. Cycles are turned on per team, then Linear creates them. Steps, limits and fixes are here.
How to create a project in Linear on Mac: step by step with templatesHow to create a project in Linear on Mac: open Projects, click the + button, name it and pick a status. Steps, templates, shortcuts and limits.
How to create a sub-issue in Linear on Mac: button, command menu and shortcutLearn how to create a sub-issue in Linear on Mac using the + Add sub-issues button, the command menu or ⌘⇧O. Steps, shortcuts and fixes.
How to create an issue in Linear on Mac: shortcuts, templates and draftsLearn how to create an issue in Linear on Mac: press C, click Create new issue, add a team and title, then save with ⌘Enter.
How to filter issues in Linear on Mac: views, criteria and saved filters explainedHow to filter issues in Linear on Mac: press F, pick criteria, flip operators, use Advanced filter for AND/OR, and save the list as a view.
How to link a github pull request in Linear on Mac: three methods that workHow to link a github pull request in Linear on Mac: put the issue ID in the branch name or PR title, add a word like Fixes, then check the link.
How to open the command menu in Linear on Mac with the ⌘K shortcutHow to open the command menu in Linear on Mac: select an issue, press ⌘K, and fix it when the shortcut does nothing. Steps for the desktop app.
How to select multiple issues in Linear on Mac: Shift, arrows and XSelect multiple issues in Linear on Mac with Shift-click, Shift and arrow keys, X and ⌘A. Steps for the desktop app and web app, plus fixes.
How to set a due date in Linear on Mac: Shift D and the command barHow to set a due date in Linear on Mac: select an issue, press Shift D, or run Set Due Date from the ⌘K command bar. Steps for the desktop app.
How to set up a workflow in Linear on Mac: statuses, team settings and orderHow to set up a workflow in Linear on Mac. Open Team settings, edit statuses under Automations, reorder them, and check which plan you need.
How to show the details sidebar in Linear on Mac with the ⌘I shortcutHow to show the details sidebar in Linear on Mac: press ⌘I with an issue open, plus fixes if the sidebar does not appear.
How to switch between list and board in Linear on Mac: ⌘B and Display optionsHow to switch between list and board in Linear on Mac: press ⌘B, use Display options, or the command menu. Steps for Linear's desktop app on macOS.