Create Public Checklist Templates

This guide walks you through creating a new checklist template from scratch in the Public Templates section. If you prefer to start from existing content, see Generate from Content.

Create Checklist Template from scratch

Before you begin

  • You’ll need to be logged in. If you aren’t, you’ll be redirected to the login page.
  • If you have no organizations, you’ll be redirected to the app to set one up.

Step 1 — Open the Create page

Step 2 — Choose how to start

  • Generate from Content: Paste a URL or text and let the generator extract steps. See Generate from Content.
  • Build Step by Step: Create a checklist template manually - choose this option.

Step 3 — Fill in the form

  • Name: Required. 5–60 characters. Letters, numbers, spaces, hyphens, and underscores.
  • Organization: Available if you have multiple organizations you publish under.
  • Language: Required. Choose the language of your template (e.g., English, Nederlands).
  • Type: Select the view type:
    • Checklist. List of tasks and sub tasks.
    • DIY. Do It Yourself guides with materials and steps.
    • Recipe (Coming up). Ingredients, Instructions and servings calculator.
    • Trip plan (Comping up). List of places to visit together with a dynamic map.
  • Terms: Check the box to agree to the Terms of Service to enable Create.

Step 4 — Create

  • Click Create to make your new template.
  • You will be redirected to the Template Editor.

Newly created checklist template

What happens next

In the editor you can:

  • Rename your template and edit SEO (title, description, source URL).
  • Add and manage tasks and subtasks.
  • Upload a cover image, add tags, and toggle publish.
  • Preview and share.

Tips

  • have the content in text?: use the Generate option instead
  • Start small: Add a few top-level tasks and refine later.
  • Use tags: Improve discoverability of your published checklist.
  • Draft first: Keep Publish off until you’re happy with the content.