490565 – SharePoint: Modern SharePoint Page Templates

Product:

SharePoint

Platform:

Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant

Status:

Launched

Change type:

Links:

MC1069560

Details:

The Modern SharePoint Page Templates feature introduces a new Template Gallery, providing users with a centralized hub to discover, preview, and select from over 50 modern out-of-the-box (OOB) templates and custom templates. This feature empowers users to create high-quality, on-brand pages effortlessly, enhancing productivity while ensuring consistency and visual appeal across SharePoint sites. Key highlights: Template Gallery: Centralized hub to access both Saved on this site (custom templates) and From Microsoft (OOB templates). 50+ new OOB templates: A collection of aesthetically pleasing, professional, and easy-to-use templates that empower users to quickly create visually engaging and consistent content for common use cases like status updates, event announcements, and team introductions.

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Release Phase:
General Availability, Targeted Release

Created:
2025-05-02

updated:
2025-10-18

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summary for non-techies**

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explanation for non-techies**

Imagine you're organizing a large event and you have a stack of blank invitations. You could spend hours designing each one from scratch, or you could use pre-designed templates that only require you to fill in the details. This is essentially what the Modern SharePoint Page Templates feature offers for creating web pages.

The new Template Gallery in SharePoint acts like a well-organized stationery store. It provides a centralized place where you can browse through a variety of ready-made templates, much like picking out a card design that suits your event. There are over 50 modern templates available, akin to having a wide selection of cards for different occasions, such as birthdays, weddings, or thank-you notes. These templates are designed to be visually appealing and professional, making it easy for you to create pages that look polished and consistent without needing to be a design expert.

These templates can be used for common business scenarios, like announcing a new project or introducing a team. It's similar to having a template for a business letter that ensures all your communications have a consistent look and feel, reinforcing your brand's identity. The Template Gallery also includes custom templates that you or your organization can create and save, just like having personalized stationery that reflects your unique style.

By using these templates, you can quickly and efficiently produce high-quality content, freeing up time to focus on other important tasks. This approach ensures that all pages across your SharePoint sites maintain a consistent visual appeal, much like ensuring all your event invitations match, creating a cohesive and professional impression.