How to Use Linear's Inbox Feature

Updated on:

April 6, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to utilize Linear's inbox feature for efficient task management.

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Linear’s Inbox feature helps you stay updated on issue changes, assignments, and mentions. Here’s how to use it effectively:

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Find the 'Inbox' option in the sidebar of your Linear workspace.
This will display notifications regarding key events on issues you're subscribed to, mentioned in comments and changes in priority.
You can view the mentions in a specific issue.
You can reply to a comment using the inbox function.
You can manage your notification inbox such as turning off unwanted notifications and clearing your inbox.

📌 Why this matters

Managing your inbox notifications prevents you from becoming a bottleneck in team workflows. When you stay on top of issue updates and mentions, you can respond quickly to blockers and provide timely feedback that keeps projects moving.

The real advantage goes beyond personal organization—it transforms how teams collaborate asynchronously. By customizing which notifications you receive and clearing irrelevant ones, you maintain awareness of what truly needs your attention while avoiding notification fatigue that causes people to ignore important updates entirely.

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