How To Use Microsoft Office Templates

Using templates has now become even easier. Templates for either Word or PowerPoint are now available directly within their respective programme. 

The following guidelines are the same regardless whether you are using Word or PowerPoint.

• Open either Word or PowerPoint (or click new if you already have a document open) 
• A screen similar to the one below will be displayed

• Templates have been organised into folders to easily find the template you are looking for. For example all Pathways related templates are located under a Pathways folder

• Select the required template 
• Click ‘OK’ (button)

A template gives you a quick start towards creating a document. Using templates ensures a consistent style of formatting throughout your document and saves time having to recreate the document every time.

Every time a template is used, you are in fact making a copy of the template therefore leaving the “master” copy intact. Templates consist of static pieces of information. Examples of templates include: faxes and memos etc.

If you require further help with your document, please email the IS Service Desk.