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linear-cli

Create, update, list, and comment on Linear issues via CLI.

4|Updated Jan 29, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#workflow#integration#cli#mcp#linear#issues
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill linear-cli-danmestas
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: linear-cli
Source: https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe/tree/main/skills/linear-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/danmestas/wardrobe --skill linear-cli-danmestas

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Managing Linear issues often requires context switching between UI and command-line tools. This skill provides a consistent CLI surface to create, update, list, and comment on issues via either the Linear MCP-backed surface or the acli fallback, reducing manual steps and improving throughput.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Create issues: Quickly create new Linear issues with a title and description, assign to a team member, and set labels.
  • Update issues: Modify status, assignee, priority, and labels using either the MCP surface or the acli fallback.
  • List and view: Retrieve issue lists filtered by team or status, or view full issue details by ID.
  • Comment and track: Add comments to issues and monitor progress across cycles with consistent IDs like INF-42.

Quick Start

Describe the Linear action you want to perform and I will execute it via the MCP-backed CLI surface or the acli fallback.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Linear issues from the command line?▼

You can manage Linear issues from the command line by using a skill that automates creating, updating, listing, and commenting on issues via either an MCP-backed surface or the acli fallback tool.

What's the best way to automate Linear issue creation and status updates?▼

Automating Linear issue creation and status updates works by executing CLI commands that modify issues using standard Linear IDs like INF-42 through either the Linear MCP surface or acli fallback.

Do I need a Linear MCP connection to manage issues via CLI?▼

You need either an active Linear MCP connection or the acli tool installed to use this CLI surface for managing issues, as it relies on the mcp__linear__* surface when available.

Can I list and filter Linear issues by team or status through a CLI interface?▼

Listing and filtering Linear issues by team or status is supported through the CLI interface, which retrieves issue lists and displays full issue details using standard Linear IDs.

Does the Linear CLI skill support adding comments to issues across different teams?▼

Adding comments to Linear issues across different teams is fully supported by the CLI skill alongside tracking progress across cycles using consistent IDs like INF-42.

What are the limitations of using acli fallback for Linear issue management?▼

A limitation is that the acli fallback is only used when the Linear MCP-backed surface is unavailable, meaning the mcp__linear__* surface is prioritized for manipulating issues.

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