How to Use Templates in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Print

Productivity, Office Templates
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Overview

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

Step 1 - Access Templates

Open Word, Excel, or PowerPoint
From the start screen, you will see featured templates
Or click File > New to browse available templates

Step 2 - Choose and Customize

Select a template (resume, invoice, calendar, presentation, etc.)
Click Create
Replace sample text and content with your own

Step 3 - Save as Your Own

After customizing, save the file normally
If you want to reuse the template, save it as one of the following file types:
- .dotx - Word
- .xltx - Excel
- .potx - PowerPoint

Notes

Templates help you start faster and keep your documents looking professional

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