Yes, absolutely. You can tailor the template to your needs. New rows & columns can be added to all templates, just as the headers can be modified. And you can do pretty much everything else you need to do.
FAQ
- Can the templates be modified?
- Are the templates protected to be edited?
- Do the templates work with older Excel version?
- Do the templates contain links to other files?
- Are macros embedded in any of the templates?
- Do you work with name ranges in Excel?
- Can I print the filled-out templates?
- Why do your templates typically have to sheets named ‘TEMPLATE’ and ‘Guideline’?
- The font size on the guideline appears to be quite small - is it possible to print those?
- Why are the dates formatted in English?
- Can I change the date formatting?
- How does it work to download your templates?
- Is there some kind of downloading fee?
- I purchased a template but cannot find it anymore. What shall I do?
- I purchased a template but neither find the template nor my link. What now?
- I delete the downloaded file by accident - what can I do?
- Will the download link work forever?
- The templates are really helpful. What’s the best way to purchase all at once?
- Do I need to be an expert in Excel and Powerpoint to use the templates?
- I work only on smaller projects. Will the templates help me as well?
- Is there a copyright on the templates?
- Can I expect more templates to be made available?
- I spotted a bug in one of your templates. How can I let you know about it?
- I love your work and would like to contribute. Is that possible?
How Our Templates Work
- Can the templates be modified?
- Are the templates protected to be edited?
- Do the templates work with older Excel version?
- Do the templates contain links to other files?
- Are macros embedded in any of the templates?
- Do you work with name ranges in Excel?
- Can I print the filled-out templates?
- Why do your templates typically have to sheets named ‘TEMPLATE’ and ‘Guideline’?
- The font size on the guideline appears to be quite small - is it possible to print those?
- Why are the dates formatted in English?
- Can I change the date formatting?
Can the templates be modified?
Are the templates protected to be edited?
We decided to protect some cells to prevent unintended changes. However, there is no password assigned. Within Excel just click on ‘Unprotect Sheet’.
Do the templates work with older Excel version?
Yes, any Excel version 2010 and newer will work well.
Do the templates contain links to other files?
No. Every template is a stand-alone solution. It thus can be used when being stored on a local drive just as in a webspace or a Sharepoint.
Are macros embedded in any of the templates?
No. We decided not to embed any macros to improve easiness of use and adaptability. Also, we are aware of potential security issues when working with macros.
Do you work with name ranges in Excel?
No. We intend to design all products as robust as possible. Consequently, even our drop-down lists are included in the cell they apply to.
Can I print the filled-out templates?
Sure. Just click on ‘Print’ on the ribbon. We customized each template to be printed on A4 (210 × 297 mm or 8.3 × 11.7 inches). In case you inserted / deleted columns or rows, you might want to consider re-setting the print area. Printing works just as usually in Excel & Powerpoint – print any size you would like (e.g. to use a poster wall chart of the Milestone Tracker)
Why do your templates typically have to sheets named ‘TEMPLATE’ and ‘Guideline’?
Because we like to provide the ‘how to’ in the same file as the template itself. This avoids having to create separate guideline files. The ‘Guideline’ contains everything at a glance.
The font size on the guideline appears to be quite small - is it possible to print those?
Yes. For your convenience we have formatted every guideline in a way that it prints on one page portrait orientation per default. In your printer settings you can chose the actual paper size. Our guideline will scale automatically.
Why are the dates formatted in English?
We observe a continuously increasing level of internationalization in projects. The chosen date format "dd mon yy" (e.g. 3-Jan-2022) avoids potential misunderstandings. Would a date be formatted as 1/3/22, the colleague from the US would interpret this as January 3rd, 2022 whereas a German colleague interprets it as 1st March 2022.
Our experience shows: the more precise we communicate in projects, the more successful the projects are.
Can I change the date formatting?
Yes, absolutely. Simply select "date format" from the options (Format cells -> Date -> Type) available in Excel. You can chose any format you like.
Order and Delivery
- How does it work to download your templates?
- Is there some kind of downloading fee?
- I purchased a template but cannot find it anymore. What shall I do?
- I purchased a template but neither find the template nor my link. What now?
- I delete the downloaded file by accident - what can I do?
- Will the download link work forever?
- The templates are really helpful. What’s the best way to purchase all at once?
How does it work to download your templates?
It is just as easy as shopping on Amazon: add your template of choice into your basket and proceed to checkout. Immediately after payment you can download the file by clicking on the link provided.
Is there some kind of downloading fee?
We do not work with any fees. Immediately after your payment has been confirmed you will be able to click on the 'download now' button.
I purchased a template but cannot find it anymore. What shall I do?
First: don’t panic ;-). Just click on the download link you received initially after your purchase. This link will still work, and you can download the template once again.
I purchased a template but neither find the template nor my link. What now?
First: don’t panic ;-). Send us a mail, we are happy to share a link with you asap.
I delete the downloaded file by accident - what can I do?
The download link you have received initially will still work. Just click on it and download the file once again. In case we have uploaded an improved version in the meantime, you are lucky ;-)
Will the download link work forever?
There is no expiration date for the download link. However, to avoid a broad distribution of the links, you can download the same file only three times.
The templates are really helpful. What’s the best way to purchase all at once?
We recommend you purchase the ‘Package Deal’. Our entire selection of solutions is included at a discounted rate in the ‘Package Deal’.
Community Questions
- Do I need to be an expert in Excel and Powerpoint to use the templates?
- I work only on smaller projects. Will the templates help me as well?
- Is there a copyright on the templates?
- Can I expect more templates to be made available?
- I spotted a bug in one of your templates. How can I let you know about it?
- I love your work and would like to contribute. Is that possible?
Do I need to be an expert in Excel and Powerpoint to use the templates?
Our solutions are made for everyone. Consequently, beginners and more advanced users will be able to use our solutions equally well.
I work only on smaller projects. Will the templates help me as well?
Yes, especially when you work on rather smaller projects or initiatives, our templates will help you a lot. Simply because you will, most likely, not able to access your own library of PM templates. Using our templates will kick start your initiatives and smaller projects effectively.
Is there a copyright on the templates?
You are free to use the template as you like and adjust it in the ways the meet your needs. You are not allowed to re-distribute, re-sell or publish the templates without our explicit and written consent.
Can I expect more templates to be made available?
Yes, we are continuously updating our template selection. In case you appreciate any particular template to be made available please drop us an email: feedback@nextlevelpm.org
I spotted a bug in one of your templates. How can I let you know about it?
First of all: Thank you for spotting it and letting us know through an email to feedback@nextlevelpm.org. We work hard to continuously improve our solutions portfolio.
I love your work and would like to contribute. Is that possible?
Yes, we always welcome PM enthusiasts to our network. Just drop us an email: iamexcited@nextlevelpm.org