How to Add Recommended Project Templates to a GitHub Organization
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This guide will show you how to add recommended project templates to your GitHub organization. This feature helps members quickly start new projects with pre-defined structures.
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Here's how to add recommended project templates to a github organization in GitHub
- Access Your Profile Menu
Begin by clicking on your profile picture located in the top-right corner of the GitHub interface. This action will open a dropdown menu with various account options.
- Navigate to Organizations
From the profile dropdown menu, select "Organizations." This will take you to a page where you can view and manage all organizations you are a part of.
- Open Organization Settings
On the Organizations page, locate the specific organization for which you want to add recommended templates and click the "Settings" button next to its name.
- Go to Planning Settings
In the organization's settings sidebar, find the "Code, planning, and automation" section and click on "Planning" to expand its options.
- Select Projects
Within the expanded "Planning" section, click on "Projects." This will display the project-related settings for your organization.
- Add Recommended Templates
On the Projects settings page, click the "Add recommended templates" button. A modal will appear, allowing you to choose templates.
- Select and Save Templates
In the "Customize recommended templates" modal, check the boxes next to the templates you wish to recommend (up to six). Once selected, click "Save" to confirm your choices.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You can select and recommend up to six project templates for your GitHub organization. This limit ensures a focused selection for your members.



