Create a Template in Confluence
- George Apostolov
Create a Template in Confluence: step-by-step guide
Find your space name in the sidebar, click the three dots (•••), then select "Space settings".
In the "Look and feel" tab, click on "Templates" to access template management.
Click "Create new template" to start building your team's time-saving document structure.
Now you can design your template with text, tables, macros - whatever your team needs for consistency.
When you're happy with your template, click "Save."
Quick answer: To create a template in Confluence, open Space settings from the sidebar, navigate to Templates under Look and feel, and click Create new template. Next, design your document structure with text, tables, or macros, and click Save when finished.
About this Confluence tutorial
Design and save custom document structures in Confluence by accessing space settings, configuring your template, and saving your layout. This guide covers create a Template in Confluence in 5 steps, starting with "Find your space name in the sidebar, click the three dots (•••), then select 'Space set..." and finishing with "When you're happy with your template, click 'Save'". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Confluence interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does create a Template in Confluence take?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Confluence data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Confluence. Related guides: Guide to Making a Glossary in Confluence, How Do Jira and Confluence Work Together and How to Access Confluence from Jira. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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