How To Copy A Notion Template From One Database To Another: Quick Guide (2024)

Database Templates
January 1, 2024

Are you looking to use a template from one Notion database in another database? It's easy to do and can save you time and effort when setting up your databases. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to copy a database template from one database to another in a few simple steps.

How To Copy A Notion Template From One Database To Another

  1. Move both databases (original and new) to the same page;
  2. Create an object in the original database using your original template;
  3. Drag that new item outside of the database and into a blank Notion block on the page;
  4. Right click on it and hit 'Duplicate';
  5. Open your new database and either 'Edit template' or hit 'Create new template';
  6. Adjust the page view to be 'side peek';
  7. While in 'edit mode', drag your copy of the template into the new database template;
  8. Name your template, click out and give it a try!

Step 1: Move both databases to the same page

First, we'll need to move both the original database and the new database to the same page. To do this, click on the three dots next to each database and select "Move to". Choose the page where you want to place both databases.

Step 2: Create an object using the original template

Next, we'll create an object using the original template in the original database. To do this, click on the "+ Template name" button.

Step 3: Drag the object into a blank block

Once you have created the new object, drag it outside of the database and into a blank Notion block on the page.

Step 4: Duplicate the object

Right click on the object and select "Duplicate." This will create a copy of the object that you can use to create a new template.

Step 5: Edit or create a new template in the new database

Now, open your new database and either click on "Edit template" or hit "Create new template."

Step 6: Adjust the page view to "side peek"

Adjust the page view to "side peek" by clicking on the menu at the top left of the database page and selecting "Switch peek mode." Choose "Side peek."

Step 7: Drag the copy of the template into the new database template

While in "edit mode," drag your copy of the template into the new database template.

Step 8: Name your template and try it out

Name your template and click out of edit mode. You can now try creating a new object using your new template.

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