Create a new template

You can design and apply a new template to specific pages or posts. Follow the steps in this guide to create a new template.

In this guide

1. Create a New Template in the Site Editor
2. Create a New Template in the Page Editor

Create a New Template in the Site Editor

To create a new template, take the following steps:

1. Visit your site’s dashboard.
2. Navigate to Appearance → Editor to open the Site Editor.
3. Click on the “Templates” option in the left sidebar.
4. Click the button labeled “Add New Template” at the top right to create a new template.
5. Choose from:
   • One of the built-in templates that you can then customize, or
   • Select “Custom template” at the bottom to create a blank template from scratch.
6. Choose an existing pattern or click “Skip” to start with a blank template.
7. Add a Content block so that the template will include the individual page/post content you add later.
8. Click the + block inserter icon to insert any other blocks or patterns you wish to have in your template.
9. Once you have finalized your design, click the “Save” button to make your template available on the site.

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Create a New Template in the Page Editor

If you’re working on an individual piece of content like a page or post, you can create a new template by following these steps:

1. In the settings sidebar, click the template name, then select the “Create new template” option as shown on the right.
2. Give your new template a descriptive name, such as “Post with sidebar”, and click the “Create” button.
3. You can now edit the structure in which your page is displayed.
   • Make sure to include a Content block so that the template will include the individual page/post content.
4. When you’re done, click the “Update” button in the top right corner to save your new template.