Creating and Using Templates

Templates save you time by storing all your formatting choices in one reusable setup. When you create a template, MediaShout remembers your text styling, layout, colors, fonts, and any custom objects—so you can apply that exact look to future cues without starting from scratch.

What Are Templates?

A template is more than just a background. It captures your complete design including font style, size, color, attributes (bold, italics, underline), text alignment, text box size, and any additional elements like reference boxes or media. Save a template once, and you've got a professional, consistent look ready to use anytime.

Step 1: Insert a Cue

Insert the cue type you want to template—Lyrics, Bible, or Text. Make sure a template is already applied to it.

Step 2: Select and Edit

Click on your cue in the center Edit area so it displays. Select a stanza or section, then click the text to show the text box with resize handles on all sides and corners.

Step 3: Resize the Text Box

Drag the handles to resize the text box to your desired dimensions. This resizes it across all pages except the Title Page (which you can customize separately). 

Step 4: Format Your Text

Double-click in the text area to make formatting changes in the Formatting section of the Ribbon. Customize:

• Font style and size
• Font color and attributes (bold, italics, underline)
• Text alignment
• Background color

Important: After making changes, right-click the text box and select Apply Formatting to All Pages. This ensures your changes save to the template.

Step 5: Save as Template

Once your cue looks the way you want it, click the Templates arrow in the bottom right corner of MediaShout. Select Save As, enter a name for your template, and click Create. Your new template is now ready to use on any future cue.

Why Templates Matter

Templates keep your worship presentations looking cohesive and professional while saving your team time. Whether you're a small church with volunteers or a larger ministry with multiple services, templates let you build once and reuse forever—no recreating the wheel.

Need Help?

If you have questions about templates or presentation design, email Support@mediashout.com.