Quick summary
Adding labels to issues in Linear lets teams instantly categorize and filter work by type, priority, or context. You can apply an existing label or create a new one directly from the issue detail view in just a few clicks.
Steps
- Open the issue details panel or create a new issue in Linear.
- Click on the Labels icon within the issue detail view.
- Select an existing label from the list or create a new label to match your needs.
- The chosen label is applied immediately to the issue.



