How to create custom views in Linear
Save a filtered list of issues as a reusable Linear view. Open Views, name the view, add a status filter, and create it in a few clicks.
Quick answer
Open Views in the Linear sidebar and click New view. Type a name, then click Add filter and choose Status to narrow the list, for example to In Progress issues. Click Create view to save it. The saved view keeps that filter, so you can reopen the same list whenever you need it.
Steps at a glance
- Click Views in the sidebar
- Click New view
- Type a name for the view
- Click Add filter
- Choose Status, then In Progress
- Click Create view
Interactive demo
Summary
Custom views in Linear save a filtered list of issues so you can return to it in one click. They save you from rebuilding the same filters every time you check on a slice of work.
Step-by-step guide
Step 1
Open Views
Click **Views** in the left sidebar. Linear opens the Views page, which is empty until you save your first view.
Step 2
Click New view
Click **New view** at the top right of the Views page. Linear opens a new view that starts out showing all issues.
Step 3
Name the view
Click the title field and type a name that says what the view shows. The description field is marked **Description (optional)**, so you can leave it blank.
Step 4
Click Add filter
Click **Add filter** to open the filter menu. It lists properties such as **Status**, which you can use to narrow the issues the view shows.
Step 5
Filter by status
Choose **Status**, then pick **In Progress** from the list. The view now shows only issues in that status, and Linear fills in a matching description for you.
Step 6
Create the view
Click **Create view** to save it. The view keeps its filter, and you can use **Add another filter** to narrow it further.
Why this matters
You keep checking the same slice of work, such as everything currently in progress, and rebuild the filter each time. A saved view turns that routine into one click, so you and your team always open the same up-to-date list.
Frequently asked questions
Can I add more than one filter to a view?
Yes. After the first filter is applied, use Add another filter to narrow the view further.
Is a new view private?
The new view form has a Save to control set to Personal, so it starts out saved to you.
Related guides
Continue with more step-by-step guides for getting work done.
How to filter issues in LinearFilter issues in Linear by status: open the filter menu, choose Status, pick Todo, check the shorter list, then clear the filter to see every issue.
How to create an issue in LinearCreate an issue in Linear from the sidebar: name it, add a description, set a priority and confirm it lands in your team's issue list in under a minute.
How to add comments to issues in LinearLearn how to add a comment to a Linear issue: open the issue, click the comment box under Activity, write your note, and post it with Submit comment.
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