> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://support.paddypost.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Using Post Templates

> Create and reuse content templates for consistent messaging.

Templates help you save time by storing frequently used content structures, hashtags, or media layouts.

## Creating a Template

1. Navigate to **Templates** in the sidebar.
2. Click **Create Template**.
3. **Name**: Give your template a recognizable name.
4. **Content**: Enter the text, emojis, and variables you want to reuse.
   * **Variables**: Insert dynamic placeholders like `{{title}}` or `{{link}}`.
   * **System Variables**: You can also use `{{account}}` (inserts the account name) and `{{platform}}` (inserts the platform name, e.g., "Twitter") which are automatically populated when posting.
5. **Media**: You can optionally attach media items that should always appear with this template (e.g., a logo or recurring graphic).
6. Click **Save**.

### AI Assist for Templates

You can use **AI Assist** within the template editor to help generate structure or creative copy for your reusable snippets.

## Using a Template

When creating a new post in the **Post Editor**:

1. Click the **Templates** icon (usually near the text editor).
2. Select the template you want to use.
3. The content will populate into the editor.
4. If the template uses **Variables**, you may be prompted to enter values for them, or you can manually replace the `{{variable}}` placeholders in the text.

## Managing Templates

* **Edit**: Go to the Templates page and click the pencil icon to update a template.
* **Delete**: Click the trash icon to remove it.