How to Create a Notion Database Template

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May 25, 2026

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Use this interactive demo to learn how to build a reusable database template in Notion.

Quick summary

A Notion database template lets you standardize how new entries are created, saving time by pre-filling fields and structure for every new record. Once created, the template is reusable across all future database entries in that database.

Steps

Open the Notion database where you want to create a template.
In the top right corner of the database, click the arrow beside the New button.
In the dropdown menu, click New template.
Add a template name at the top of the page.
Your Notion database template is now saved and ready to reuse for future database entries.

📌 Why this matters

Notion database templates eliminate repetitive setup by letting you define a standard structure that auto-applies every time you create a new entry. For teams managing recurring workflows — such as client onboarding, project tracking, or content planning — this feature ensures consistency and speeds up data entry. Instead of formatting each record from scratch, users simply select a template and start filling in the details. This makes Notion a more powerful, scalable tool for structured knowledge management and team collaboration.

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