How-to
Edit a document template
Editing a document template allows HR teams to update outdated content, correct placeholders, or customize letter formats for specific scenarios (e.g., contractual, full-time, interns).
Step-by-step guide to edit a template
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Navigate to Tools → Document Templates
- Log in to the HRStop Hire portal.
- Click Tools in the left-hand menu.
- Select Document Templates from the dropdown.
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Locate the template you want to edit
- You’ll see a list of all active and inactive templates.
- Each entry displays the template name, creator, and action icons.
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Click the Edit icon
- Find the template you want to modify.
- Click the Edit icon next to it.
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Modify the template content
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Update:
- Static text: Wording like “Dear Candidate,” “We are pleased to offer…”
- Dynamic placeholders: Ensure fields like {{candidate_name}}, {{joining_date}}, and {{salary}} are correct.
- Formatting: Align paragraphs, adjust font size or bold key terms.
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Update:
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Preview your changes (optional)
- Before saving, click Preview to see how the document will look with test data.
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Click Save
- Once changes are verified, click Save.
- The edited template is now available for use when generating employee letters.
Tip: Add version numbers to template titles for easier tracking. For example, “Offer Letter – V2”.