Note: when a template file is open, background images will not show – the document will appear blank. Rest assured that they WILL print. You can see that they are there in the print preview window before printing. For whatever reason, Word will not show you these images in the browser window.
Note: There is a distinct difference between online and offline template files. If you have Word as an app directly on your computer, download the files at the bottom of this page.
When on a Sharepoint Site or in a folder, to upload the template files for use simply select the +NEW button to reveal the New Document options and select +Add Template.
Locate the template files that you have downloaded.
For (Office 365) Word desktop application use (.dotx)
For (older) Word desktop application use (.dot)
If you run in to any trouble or have any questions, feel free to reach out to me at mcinnis.maceachern@eo.ymca.ca