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linear-issue

Manage Linear issue lifecycles via command-line interface.

Updated Aug 27, 2026
Search Tags:#project management#developer tools#task management#workflow automation#issue tracking#linear
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kylesnav/linear-issue-skill --skill linear-issue-kylesnav
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: linear-issue
Source: https://github.com/kylesnav/linear-issue-skill/tree/main
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kylesnav/linear-issue-skill --skill linear-issue-kylesnav

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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

What problem does it solve?

This Skill streamlines the entire lifecycle of Linear issues, allowing users to manage tasks without leaving their current environment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Issue Management: Read, create, update, comment on, and manage the status of Linear issues.
  • Workflow Automation: Automate tasks like creating sub-issues, handling compound handoffs, and checking off checklist items.
  • Use Case: A project manager needs to quickly create three new tasks, update the status of an existing one, and add a comment to another, all related to a specific project in Linear.

Quick Start

Use the linear-issue skill to create a new issue with the title "Implement user authentication".

Frequently Asked Questions about linear-issue

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I manage Linear issues without leaving my current environment?▼

This Skill provides full lifecycle management for Linear issues via a command-line interface, enabling you to read, create, update, comment, and handle complex workflows like batch creation and compound handoffs without leaving your environment.

Can I automate batch creation of tasks and sub-issues in Linear?▼

Yes, workflow automation supports batch creation of multiple issues, sub-issue creation, compound handoffs, and checklist item manipulation to streamline project management tasks deterministically via Linear MCP tools.

How do I update issue status transitions and labels in Linear via command line?▼

You can execute issue status transitions and label management through command-line inputs that integrate with Linear MCP tools, ensuring deterministic task execution for updating existing issue properties.

What is needed to run Linear issue tracking commands for complex workflows?▼

You need an environment configured to use Linear MCP tools for deterministic task execution, enabling the command-line interface to handle issue tracking, compound handoffs, and checklist manipulation.

Are there limitations when handling compound handoffs in Linear issue tracking?▼

The metadata does not specify explicit limitations, but complex workflows like compound handoffs rely on Linear MCP tools integration to execute deterministic task operations successfully.

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