How to Use Templates in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

How to Use Templates in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Microsoft Office apps come with ready-to-use templates to save you time.

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Step 1: Access Templates

1. Open Word, Excel, or PowerPoint.

2. From the start screen, you’ll see featured templates.

3. Or click File > New to browse available templates.

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Step 2: Choose and Customize

1. Select a template (resume, invoice, calendar, presentation, etc.).

2. Click Create.

3. Replace sample text and content with your own.

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Step 3: Save as Your Own

• After customizing, save the file normally.

• If you want to reuse the template, save it as a .dotx (Word), .xltx (Excel), or .potx (PowerPoint) file.

✅ Templates help you start faster and keep your documents looking professional.

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