A template ensures consistency, saves time and improves efficiency by providing a standardized layout for each issue. It helps reduce errors, speeds up the production process and makes collaboration easier for the team.

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To create a template issue for your selected publication,

1. Go to the Templates tab.
2. Click on the Create button at the top and complete the following details:
   1. Issue name. Give the issue a name (use alpha-numeric, dashes and underscores only)
   2. Issue number. This is optional and you can enter one at creation or later on by editing the issue.
   3. Volume number. This is optional and you can enter one at creation or later on by editing the issue.‍
   4. Publishing date. This is optional and you can enter one at creation or later on by editing the issue. When completed, this places the issue in chronological order within the issues list.‍
   5. Number of pages. Add at least one page to the issue at creation and you can add more pages when editing the flat plan.
3. Click on the Create button once done.

To create a template from an existing issue instead, visit this link for more information.