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There are amazing ways to use Google Docs templates to improve your standard documents in Google Drive. Browse the best free templates the gallery for resumes, invoices, orders, budgets and reports.

What are Google Docs templates?

They are Google-created sample documents which are highly customizable and very inspirational. You can select from over forty different templates for a variety of use applications. Google Workspace customers can take full advantage of templates to expedite the document creation process. You can learn how to implement templates from the Google support article.

Why should you use a template as a starting point?

Templates are becoming increasingly popular, especially when paired with AI generative content from Google Gemini. Also known as boilerplates in the documentation management world, templates speed up work for teams using Google Workspace. Marketplaces sell templates, but there are many free libraries available on the internet. The key benefits of using Google Docs templates are:

They are high quality, professionally designed works adhering to a consistent theme throughout
They often show off extensive features which newcomers will shy from, such as placeholder chips
For businesses, they allow quick creation of project plans, marketing strategies and sales timelines.
HR teams can create policies, procedures, guides, onboarding materials and training documentation.
Educational Workspace accounts have specific templates for the classroom environment.

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New Templates Available for Pageless Docs

Google has been devoting a lot of extra development to enhance pageless docs, including releasing a new library of templates. New templates were unveiled to all Google accounts by the end of December, 2024. You can really see how Google Fonts is impacting docs with all the beautiful typography. A spectular range of styles, colors and themes show the prowess of the word processor. Here are the features most commonly found in the examples:

Pre-designed pageless templates
Cover images
Document tabs
Placeholder smart chips for Google and third-party data points
Chart, graphics, tables, images and creative layouts are also featured in many Docs templates

What kind of templates are now available in the Docs template gallery

Blog posts
Newsletters
Marketing pitches
Memos
Proposals
Annual plans
Journals
Press releases
Requests for quotation, proposal or information (RFQ, RFP, RFI)
Project kickoff
Accounting plans
Meeting notes
Branding asset management guides
Class rules
FAQ
Feedback tracker
Case studies
Whitepapers
Interview guide
Onboarding plan
Event planner
Content planners
Competitive analysis study
Business campaign brief
Research report

How to Access the Templates Menu

A new button is available when launching a new document which highlights "templates" among options for cover image and AI prompting. You can't apply a template to a document that already has content in it. This feature is only when starting a new doc.

As with most Google Drive file types, you can select a new document using "from a template" which will also display the gallery.

Why These Model Google Docs Matter

Google Docs has been somewhat behind the curve when it comes to smart word processing that also looks snazzy. Many note taking and project management apps are seizing the space like Notion and Evernote. Google Docs will be more relevant and useful, bridging the gap between web based site builders, intranets and boring standard docs.

Free Google Docs Templates to Use Right Away

Google is also providing these templates to the masses completely free. That's free CV templates for job hunters and free newsletters that look great from the get go. There's no more need to painstakingly tweak your document, especially when AI can even try populating it for you. Actually websites for downloading templates are all over the web and this new internal development streamlines the process for millions of Google account holders.

FAQ

How do you get templates for Google Docs?

Either use the Google Drive home page and File > New > From the template gallery or starting a new file and click the button at the top the editor space. Or there might be an option in the top right for the template gallery and selecting the theme.

How much do Google Docs templates cost?

Free. All the templates you see in the default gallery are free. If you are looking for more niche samples, there are digital downloads which may require a modest payment or subscription. This seems to be the model for other files types like Google Sites, Canva, Notion, Spreadsheets and Slides.

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