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# Create a text template

> Save a reusable plain-message template.

A text template is the simplest format - a single message your team can reuse from chats and campaigns.

## Before you start

* The exact wording you want to save

## Steps

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open Templates">
    Navigate to the templates module.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Click Add">
    Open the template builder.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Plain message">
    Pick the text type.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter content">
    Type the message body. Keep it short and clear.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set visibility">
    Choose public or private. See [Template visibility](/docs/product/templates/template-visibility).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Save">
    The template is now reusable across the organization.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Tips

* Keep templates short. WhatsApp users skim.
* Use placeholders for personalization where supported.

## Related

* [Create a button template](/docs/product/templates/create-button-template)
* [Edit a template](/docs/product/templates/edit-template)