linear

Manage Linear issues, projects, cycles, and teams via GraphQL API.

375|38|Updated Dec 2, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/CraftOS-dev/CraftBot --skill linear-craftos-dev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: linear
Source: https://github.com/CraftOS-dev/CraftBot/tree/main/skills/linear-api
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/CraftOS-dev/CraftBot --skill linear-craftos-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the management of tasks and projects within the Linear platform, reducing the need for manual interaction with the Linear interface.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Management: Create, query, update, and search for Linear issues.
  • Project & Cycle Tracking: View and manage projects and cycles within your Linear workspace.
  • Use Case: When you need to quickly create a new bug report in Linear for a specific project, or search for all open tasks assigned to you, this skill can handle it efficiently.

Quick Start

Use the linear skill to create a new issue with the title "Fix login bug" in the "MTN" team.

Frequently Asked Questions about linear

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

FAQPage Schema
How does Linear API integration for issue tracking work?

Linear API integration works by connecting through GraphQL to programmatically manage issues, projects, cycles, and teams. It enables automated task workflows and data retrieval without manual interface interaction.

How do I create Linear issues using the API?

You can create Linear issues by using the Skill to send creation requests via the GraphQL API. This allows you to programmatically generate new bug reports or tasks directly within a specific Linear team workspace.

Can I manage Linear projects and cycles programmatically?

Yes, you can manage Linear projects and cycles programmatically. The integration supports viewing and tracking project workflows alongside comprehensive issue management within your Linear workspace.

Do I need OAuth authentication to query Linear tasks?

Yes, OAuth authentication is required to securely access the Linear API. This Skill handles secure access using Maton for OAuth, ensuring your programmatic task queries and updates are authorized.

What is the best way to search for open tasks in Linear?

The best way to search for open tasks in Linear is using programmatic GraphQL queries. This approach efficiently retrieves issues assigned to you or filtered by specific project criteria.

Are there limitations to automating Linear task management via GraphQL?

Automating Linear task management via GraphQL requires OAuth setup through Maton and is limited to the API's supported operations for issue, project, team, cycle, and label management.