GitHub Copilot cloud agent for Linear now generally available
GitHub Copilot cloud agent for Linear is now generally available, allowing users to assign issues directly to Copilot for automated pull request creation and progress tracking within Linear. This feature enhances developer workflows by automating coding tasks and integrating directly with issue tracking. It is available for Copilot Pro, Pro+, Business, and Enterprise users, requiring specific GitHub and Linear administrative permissions to set up.
- →Automated issue resolution with Copilot cloud agent in Linear
- →Enhanced control over Copilot agent execution
- →Configuration options for agent behavior
- →Setup requirements and availability
Features (1) ›
- Automated issue resolution with Copilot cloud agent in Linear
The Copilot cloud agent can now be assigned Linear issues to autonomously analyze content, open draft pull requests, and work in an isolated environment powered by GitHub Actions. It provides progress updates in Linear and requests reviews upon completion.
Enhancements (2) ›
- Enhanced control over Copilot agent execution
Users can now select specific models for Copilot, point to custom agents within repositories, define base and working branches for pull requests, and steer ongoing sessions with new instructions via comments.
- Configuration options for agent behavior
Settings for models, custom agents, and branches can be configured per issue or applied organization-wide through Linear agent guidance, offering flexible workflow integration.
Notes (1) ›
- Setup requirements and availability
Installation requires the GitHub Copilot for Linear app from the GitHub Marketplace and administrative privileges in both GitHub and Linear. The agent is available for Copilot Pro, Pro+, Business, and Enterprise tiers.
https://github.blog/changelog/2026-07-23-copilot-cloud-agent-for-linear-is-now-generally-available
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