You can create a map template from scratch, or you can Modify a map template to suit your needs. You can also add a template to the organizer from a template file (*.mmat) that you receive from another user.
To create a template from scratch:
First create a map with the content you want to include in the template.
If you want to automate the content entry, you can attach a wizard to the template.
To include a description in the template, click File - Properties, select the Summary tab, and enter a description of what the template is used for in the Comments field.
To save the template:
Click Tools - Template Organizer.
On the Map Templates tab click the Add New Map Template pull-down and click the From Current Map selection. You should enable the Show wizard when creating new maps for a template with an attached wizard.
The template is automatically saved using the current map name. If you want to change this, click the Rename button and enter a new name.
You can add a template to the organizer from a template file (*.mmat). This may be a file that you have received from a colleague, or a standard template that's been designed for use on all corporate maps, or just for a particular project. Adding it to the organizer makes it easier to locate and use.
To add a map template from a template file (*.mmat):
Click Tools - Template Organizer - Map Templates.
Select a folder where you want to add the new template. (You can always drag it to a different folder later.)
Click Add New Map Template.
Choose From Existing Template to add a template from a file to the organizer. Choose the template file from the dialog that appears.
Once the template is added to the list, you can rename it by clicking the Rename button.
You can use the Template Organizer to further manage your templates by grouping them into collections.
You can add a template to your selection of favorites.