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Manage Linear issues, projects, cycles, and initiatives via MCP tools.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
Search Tags:#workflow#project management#task management#api#issue tracking#linear
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/abhiroopb/synthetic-mind --skill linear-abhiroopb
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: linear
Source: https://github.com/abhiroopb/synthetic-mind/tree/main/skills/linear
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/abhiroopb/synthetic-mind --skill linear-abhiroopb

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the need to switch to a web UI for issue tracking, allowing for seamless management of Linear issues directly within your agent workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Management: Search, create, update, and manage Linear issues, projects, cycles, and initiatives.
  • Full API Access: Covers the complete Linear API surface, including assignment, status changes, labels, comments, and team management.
  • Use Case: Create a new issue, assign it to a team member, and update its status to "In Progress" all through natural language commands.

Quick Start

Use the linear skill to create an issue titled 'Fix login bug' for the 'backend' team.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Linear issues directly from my agent workflow?▼

This Skill provides comprehensive interaction with the Linear API, allowing you to search, create, update, and manage Linear issues, projects, cycles, and initiatives directly through natural language commands in your agent workflow.

What do I need to authenticate Linear API requests for issue tracking?▼

To authenticate Linear API requests for issue tracking, you need a Linear Personal API Key configured as the `LINEAR_API_TOKEN` environment variable. This allows the underlying MCP tools to securely access your Linear workspace.

Can I create and assign a Linear issue to a team member using natural language?▼

Yes, you can create a Linear issue, assign it to a team member, and update its status to "In Progress" using natural language commands. The Skill covers the complete Linear API surface for assignment, status changes, and team management.

Does this Linear issue tracking Skill support managing cycles and initiatives?▼

Yes, this Linear issue tracking Skill supports managing cycles and initiatives. It leverages MCP tools to provide comprehensive interaction with the Linear API, allowing you to manage issues, projects, cycles, and initiatives.

What is the best way to update issue statuses and labels in Linear without opening the browser?▼

The best way to update issue statuses and labels in Linear without opening the browser is to use this Skill within your agent workflow. It enables full API access for status changes, label management, and adding comments via natural language.

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