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How do I create an outline with the outlining template?

Using templates to build an outline for your speech

Written by Soomo Support
Updated over 2 weeks ago

To begin creating an outline using the outlining template, place your cursor inside the first text prompt and begin typing. You will need to fill out all required prompts in the outline template.

Screenshot of an outline template with an arrow pointing to the cursor within a text prompt

If you would like to reorder main points or subpoints in your outline, click the three dots to the right of each prompt and select “Move this item.”

Screenshot of an outline template with an arrow pointing to the three dots to the right of Subpoint 2 with a box around the "Move this item up" option

You can add additional main points or support using the Add button.

Screenshot of an outline template with an arrow pointing to the Add Support button

You can also delete main points or support by selecting the three dots, and then clicking “Delete this item.”

Screenshot of an outline template with an arrow pointing to the three dots to the right of a Support text prompt with a box around the "Delete this item" option

Once you are happy with your outline, click the Add to Assignment button.

Screenshot of an outline template with an arrow pointing to the Add to Assignment button

If you’d like to make changes later, click Edit Responses, update your text, then click Add again so the updated version is saved.

If the Download button is available, click it to save a copy of your outline to your device.

Screenshot of a completed outline template showing the Edit Responses and Download Detailed Outline buttons

The document you download is formatted for Microsoft Word or Office 365, so opening it in Google Docs or other programs may affect numbering or bullet styles. If you do not have access to Microsoft Word or Office 365, contact your instructor or your school’s IT help desk for assistance.

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