Creating templates for SharePoint Libraries has required quite a bit of “fiddling around” in the past.  As a result of updates in 2020, adding templates has become very easy.

Here is the process.

1. Create the Template in Word/PowerPoint/Excel.

This is your normal process of creating templates.  It should be noted it does not have to be a “template” file (ie dotx).

2. Open the Document Library and select “+ New” .

3. Then select Add template.

You may also note you can edit the menu here.