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How to Add a Label to a Sub-Issue in Linear

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Learn how to categorize and organize your sub-issues in Linear by adding labels. This guide will walk you through the steps to quickly apply labels to sub-issues.

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Here's how to add a label to a sub-issue in Linear

  1. Access Your Issues

    Begin by navigating to "My issues" in the left-hand navigation sidebar. This section displays all issues assigned to or created by you.

  2. Select the Parent Issue

    From your list of issues, click on the main issue that contains the specific sub-issue you intend to label. This will open the detailed view of the issue.

  3. Open Sub-Issue Options

    Locate the sub-issue within the parent issue's details. Right-click directly on the sub-issue to reveal a context menu with various options.

  4. Choose Labels Option

    In the context menu that appears, find and click on the "Labels" option. This action will prompt a new pop-up window for label selection.

  5. Apply a Label

    From the label selection pop-up, click on the label you wish to apply. The chosen label will instantly appear next to your sub-issue, categorizing it accordingly.

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Frequently Asked Questions

"My issues" is located in the left-hand navigation sidebar, typically near the top, below "Inbox" and above "Workspace".