Beginner
How to switch between different views on Linear
Quick Answer
Linear offers multiple view options including Board, List, and Timeline views that can be accessed through the view switcher in the top toolbar. You can quickly switch between views using keyboard shortcuts or by clicking the view icons.
Prerequisites
- Active Linear account
- Access to a Linear workspace
- Basic familiarity with Linear interface
- Assigned to at least one team or project
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Access the view switcher
Navigate to your Linear workspace and locate the view switcher in the top toolbar. You'll see three icons representing different views: Board view (kanban-style), List view (table format), and Timeline view (Gantt chart).
Tip
The currently active view will be highlighted in blue
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Switch to Board view
Click on the Board view icon (grid squares) in the toolbar or press
Cmd/Ctrl + 1. This displays your issues as cards organized in columns by status, similar to a Kanban board.Tip
Board view is ideal for visual project management and drag-and-drop issue updates
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Switch to List view
Click on the List view icon (horizontal lines) or press
Cmd/Ctrl + 2. This shows your issues in a table format with columns for title, assignee, status, priority, and other properties.Tip
List view is best for detailed issue management and bulk editing
4
Switch to Timeline view
Click on the Timeline view icon (calendar-like) or press
Cmd/Ctrl + 3. This displays issues in a Gantt chart format showing due dates, dependencies, and project timelines.Tip
Timeline view is perfect for tracking project milestones and deadlines
5
Customize view settings
Once in your preferred view, click the View options button (three dots) to access filtering, sorting, and grouping options. You can filter by assignee, status, priority, labels, or custom properties.
Tip
Saved filters will persist when switching between views
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Use view-specific features
Each view offers unique features: drag-and-drop in Board view, column sorting in List view, and timeline adjustments in Timeline view. Explore the context menus and toolbar options specific to each view.
Tip
Right-click on issues in any view to access quick actions and context menus
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Save custom views
After configuring filters and settings, click Save view in the view options menu. Name your custom view and it will appear in the sidebar for quick access across all view types.
Tip
Custom views can be shared with team members by copying the URL
Troubleshooting
View switcher icons are not visible
Ensure you're in a team or project space, not on the main dashboard. The view switcher only appears when viewing issues or projects.
Keyboard shortcuts not working
Make sure the Linear tab is active and focused. Try clicking anywhere in the Linear interface first, then use the shortcuts
Cmd/Ctrl + 1/2/3.Custom filters disappear when switching views
Click Save view after applying filters to preserve them across view switches. Unsaved filters are temporary and reset when changing views.
Timeline view appears empty
Ensure your issues have due dates or start dates assigned. Timeline view only displays issues with date information. Add dates to issues or adjust the timeline range.
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