How to copy issue links in Linear
Copy a Linear issue link in seconds: use the Copy issue URL button, grab the issue ID, or choose Copy URL from the Issue options menu.
Quick answer
Open the issue in Linear, then click Copy issue URL in the issue header to put its link on your clipboard. You can also click Copy issue ID for the short identifier, or open Issue options, choose Copy, and pick Copy URL. Paste the result into a message, document, or another issue.
Steps at a glance
- Open the issue from the list
- Click Copy issue URL in the header
- Click Copy issue ID for the short identifier
- Open Issue options
- Choose Copy, then Copy URL
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Summary
Linear gives every issue a link and a short ID that you can copy in one click. Sharing the right one keeps teammates looking at the same issue instead of searching for it.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open the issue you want to link
In the issues list, click the issue title to open it. The issue page opens with its ID and title at the top.
Step 2
Copy the issue URL
In the issue header, click **Copy issue URL**. Linear shows a "Copied issue link to clipboard" message, and the link is ready to paste.
Step 3
Copy the issue ID instead
If you only need the short identifier, click **Copy issue ID** in the same header. Linear confirms with a message that the ID, such as "ARC-4", is copied to the clipboard.
Step 4
Open the issue options menu
Click **Issue options** in the header to open the menu. It lists more copy actions along with other issue actions.
Step 5
Choose Copy URL from the Copy submenu
Hover **Copy** in the menu to open its submenu, then click **Copy URL**. The same submenu also offers **Copy ID** and **Copy title**.
Why this matters
You need to point a teammate at one specific issue, in a message, a document, or another ticket. Copying the link or ID straight from the issue avoids searching and makes sure everyone opens the same work item.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Copy issue URL and Copy issue ID?
Copy issue URL copies a link to the issue, while Copy issue ID copies the short identifier, such as ARC-4.
Where else can I copy an issue link?
Open Issue options, hover Copy, and choose Copy URL. The submenu also lists Copy ID and Copy title.
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