check before: 2006-03-01
Product:
SharePoint, Stream
Platform:
Online, US Instances, Web, World tenant
Status:
Launched
Change type:
New feature, User impact
Links:
Details:
Summary:
SharePoint is enhancing its page template gallery with 31 new templates, improved browsing, filtering, search, and unified Pages and News creation. Entry points are expanded across site settings, site contents, onboarding, and Stream app. The feature is enabled by default, requiring no tenant changes, rolling out March–April 2026.
Details:
[Introduction]
We're enhancing the SharePoint page template gallery experience to improve how users discover, browse, and use templates when creating pages and news posts, while also introducing 31 new templates. These enhancements streamline entry points, improve navigation consistency, and make it easier for users to find the right template for their content.
This message is associated with Microsoft 365 Roadmap ID 490565.
[When this will happen]
Targeted Release): We will begin rolling out in early March 2006 and expect to complete by mid-March 2026.
General Availability (Worldwide, GCC, GCCH, and DoD): We will begin rolling out in late March 2026 and expect to complete by early April 2026.
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General Availability, Targeted Release
Created:
2026-02-28
updated:
2026-02-28
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summary for non-techies**
SharePoint is updating its page template gallery with 31 new templates, improved browsing and filtering options, expanded access points, and a unified gallery for Pages and News, enhancing user experience by making templates more accessible and easier to find.
Direct effects for Operations**
User Confusion
Users may be confused by the new entry points and template options, leading to frustration and decreased productivity during the transition period.
- roles: Content Creators, Site Owners
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/page-templates-in-sharepoint-faa92408-0c84-4e3d-8460-3c28065e7873, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=490565
Increased Support Requests
Helpdesk staff may receive an influx of support requests from users unfamiliar with the new template gallery and its functionalities, straining IT resources.
- roles: Helpdesk Staff, IT Support
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/page-templates-in-sharepoint-faa92408-0c84-4e3d-8460-3c28065e7873, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=490565
Training Gaps
Existing training materials may become outdated, leading to gaps in knowledge for users on how to effectively utilize the new templates and features.
- roles: Content Creators, Site Owners
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/page-templates-in-sharepoint-faa92408-0c84-4e3d-8460-3c28065e7873, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=490565
Template Misuse
Users may select inappropriate templates for their content due to lack of familiarity with the new options, resulting in inconsistent branding and messaging.
- roles: Content Creators, Marketing Team
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/page-templates-in-sharepoint-faa92408-0c84-4e3d-8460-3c28065e7873, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=490565
Workflow Disruption
The change in how pages and news are created may disrupt established workflows, causing delays in content publication and team collaboration.
- roles: Content Creators, Project Managers
- references: https://support.microsoft.com/office/page-templates-in-sharepoint-faa92408-0c84-4e3d-8460-3c28065e7873, https://www.microsoft.com/microsoft-365/roadmap?filters=&searchterms=490565
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