Quickly create pages like a pro with Confluence page templates
Ready to save yourself time in Confluence? Learn more about Confluence page templates and get inspired by our range of example pages.
✏️ Note: This article applies to Atlassian Confluence Cloud only. For Server/Data Center users, you can learn more about templates in Confluence's documentation.
Do you want to create outstanding Confluence pages, but you're not sure where to start?
Let's face it: we've all been there. So, what can you do?
Ultimately, you have two options:
- Spend precious hours (that you'll never get back) figuring out how to lay out a page in Confluence
- Save yourself the pain by using a ready-made Confluence template
If you decide to go with option 1, you might want to bookmark this blog somewhere handy for later! But if option 2 is more your style, you've come to the right place.
In this post, we'll explore the Confluence templates available, where to find them, and how you can use them to bring your pages to life.
Ready to get started? Let's dive in.
Free Confluence templates from Atlassian
Atlassian offers more than 70 free Confluence templates. You can use them to create everything from a status page to a project plan to a one-pager on your company's annual report.
There is literally a template for everything and anything you want to create. And you won’t be scratching your head trying to figure out how to use them as each template comes with easy-to-follow instructions on how to put them into action.
There is literally a template for everything and anything you want to create. And you won’t be scratching your head trying to figure out how to use them as each template comes with easy-to-follow instructions on how to put them into action.
However, there's one caveat…
The downside to Atlassian's Confluence templates
Although Atlassian's Confluence templates do the job, they are pretty basic. Take this team page as a prime example.
In reality, many of Atlassian's page templates follow a standard format and layout, which is great for consistency, but not so great for creating something eye-catching that will engage users. So, if you want your pages to pop, you need to step it up a gear or two!
Here’s how 👇
Here’s how 👇
Transform your pages with our templates 🎯
Confluence pages don't need to be boring - and in many cases, they shouldn't be!
At Koleki, we want to give everyone (including you) the tools to create stunning Confluence pages, regardless of experience or skill level. Whether you want a ready-made template for your Confluence page or you're looking for page examples to inspire you, we've got you covered.
Introducing your new template buddy: Content Formatting Macros for Confluence
Our templates extend the functionality of out-of-the-box Confluence thanks to a variety of macros (also known as apps or plugins). Read on to find out more and learn which macros are used on each template!
How to use our templates
First, you need to install Content Formatting Macros for Confluence.
Try it free for 30 days to see the difference these templates make to your Confluence pages!
Once you've installed the app, head back here to follow the remaining steps.
Step 2: Browse our templates - either navigate to a specific template by reading below or head to our templates hub and choose the template in the left-hand sidebar.
Step 3: On your chosen template page, click the pencil icon ✏️ to edit the page.
Step 4: Click and drag to select specific elements or press CTRL + A to select everything. Then press CTRL + C to copy your selection.
Step 5: Head back to your Confluence page. In edit mode, press CTRL + V to paste all the content. Make whatever changes you like and click the publish button
Want to take a look at each Confluence template in a bit more detail first?
Let's explore our top 6 Confluence templates, including how to use them to bring your content to life.
1. Confluence knowledge base template
What is a knowledge base?
Knowledge bases are a great way to organise information about your company's products and services, departments, and topics, allowing teams to discover and share knowledge quickly and easily. You can include anything from how-to guides, FAQs, HR policies, and help articles to training guides.
Why build a knowledge base in Confluence?
You can use Confluence to build a perfect knowledge base that your team or even external customers can access. You can edit and update content in real-time and use its powerful search functionality to locate what you need quickly and easily.
What macros have we used?
Our knowledge base template comes uses Content Formatting Macros for Confluence to help you design an impressive page. Macros include:
- Background macro - easily add a header, FAQ header, and footer image.
- Card macro - organise your content into different sections for easy navigation.
- Tabs macro - uses it under the FAQ header to organise your content into topics.
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2. Confluence documentation template
What is documentation?
A documentation page covers a wide range of information, usually organised into - surprise! - documents. It could include details on what a product is, how it works and how to use it.
Why create documentation in Confluence?
Confluence is a natural choice for creating a documentation page. It's simple to use, has an inbuilt editor, and much more. This means anyone, regardless of skill or experience level, can use it to create documentation with ease.
What macros have we used?
Our documentation page template includes plenty of macros to help you design the perfect page. They include:
- Background macro - Use a header at the top, for example, FAQ, and two columns below to organise your content.
- Numbered headings macro - automatically number your headings and subheadings to keep your content neatly organised.
- Tabs macro - use this under your top header, such as an FAQ, and use the tabs feature to separate out the different questions and answers.
- Card macros - you’ll find this under the ‘Use cases’ section; use it to organise your content into relevant sections of interest.
- Button macros - you’ll find this feature at the bottom of the page; you could use it to ask visitors for feedback, such as ‘Was this page helpful?’
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3. Confluence homepage template
What is a homepage?
Think of a homepage as a shop window into your organisation. It could include information on your company's mission and vision, details on the leadership team, what solutions you offer and where all of your team members are based across the globe. This is often the first page users see, so a well-designed one should make finding information a breeze.
Why build a homepage in Confluence?
Confluence is ideal for creating a homepage as it’s easy to structure your content and makes knowledge sharing and collaboration easy, so your homepage will always be up to date with the latest and greatest news.
What macros have we used?
We've designed a striking homepage template with Content Formatting Macros for Confluence. Macros include:
- Buttons macros - use these handy buttons to group content at the top of your page.
- Background macros - include a large header image and include some introductory text. Group content, like 'Our solutions,' into three easy-to-navigate columns.
- Card macros - use these to structure content, such as blogs, into cards to make it easier for users to find what they are looking for.
4. Confluence onboarding page template
What is an onboarding page?
An onboarding page is a dedicated space created to support the onboarding process for new team members. Ideally, it will contain all the information a new employee needs to get up and running quickly, from useful lists and resources to FAQs and company policies.
Why build an onboarding page in Confluence?
Confluence is ideal for onboarding new team members. You can customise the look and feel of an onboarding page in Confluence to reflect your branding. It can also be updated quickly and easily, so new members will always see the most up-to-date information.
What macros have we used?
Our onboarding page template includes macros to help you design a page that is equally magnificent, including;
- Background macros - we've added a large header image with a title to add style to the page. Each section has its own distinct background colour to make it even easier to navigate.
- Button macros - like the homepage template above, use these macros to group content using handy buttons.
5. Confluence team page template
What is a team page?
A team page showcases information and resources about a particular team or group. Essentially it's a place where other team members and stakeholders can learn about what a team is working on, who does what, and how to reach out to them.
Why build a team page in Confluence?
As well as making it easy for you to share and collaborate on information, Confluence team pages offer loads of customisation options, including adding eye-catching images, useful links, calendars, and funny GIFs.
What macros have we used?
Our team page template uses macros to help you create a page that packs a punch, including:
- Alert macros - Set up an alert to welcome new users or visitors to the page or let them know about anything new or interesting.
- Background macros - include a large header image of your choice along with some introductory text, and spice things up with a choice of images and colourful backgrounds.
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6. Confluence blog post template
What is a blog?
A company blog page is a place where your employees can stay up-to-date on important company news. It’s an easy way to keep everyone updated on what's going on across the organisation.
This template gives you an easy and visual way to lay out articles and updates. It also links to other relevant blog posts underneath so that users can find other content they might like to read!
This template gives you an easy and visual way to lay out articles and updates. It also links to other relevant blog posts underneath so that users can find other content they might like to read!
Why build a blog in Confluence?
As well as centralising this information for easy access, Confluence allows teammates to add their thoughts and comments directly to posts. This makes it a much more engaging and interactive process.
What macros have we used?
Our blog post template includes macros to help you create articles that engage your readers and show your content is well-researched. They include:
- Background macro: use this to set up a header image and include text. You could also add a subscribe button.
- Card macros: you can use these cards to organise your content; perhaps include a card with an author bio or use them to create a related articles section.
- Footnotes macro: these are great for adding references and links at the bottom of your page.
It's time to design Confluence pages like a pro 🔥
Instead of wasting time designing your own pages from scratch, let our templates handle the heavy lifting for you, so you can focus on what you do best.
But why stop there? If you've got a great idea for a Confluence page but haven't got a template, you can create your own with Content Formatting Macros for Confluence!
Watch the video to see how you can create stunning Confluence pages in just 5 minutes! 👇
Start your free 30-day trial of Content Formatting Macros today and boost your Confluence page design 🚀
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