Xero invoicing is easy to use and lets you customise invoices to fit your brand. Creating an invoice template in Xero speeds up billing, looks more professional, and helps you get paid quicker with fewer mistakes.

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HOW DO YOU USE THIS?

  • Pre-set templates ensure every invoice has the correct layout, business details, and payment terms, so you don’t have to adjust them manually each time.

    Eliminates the risk of forgetting important details like due dates or payment instructions.

  • Customising your invoice with your logo, colours, and business details ensures every invoice looks professional and aligns with your brand.

    Helps build trust and credibility with customers.

  • Pre-populating required details like your business name, ABN, GST/VAT details, and payment terms ensures all invoices meet legal requirements.

    Reduces the risk of sending incomplete or incorrect invoices.

  • Including your preferred payment methods, bank details, and due dates upfront helps avoid confusion and ensures customers know how and when to pay.

    Reduces the chances of late payments due to missing information.

  • Xero allows multiple invoice templates, so you can create different formats for different types of customers (e.g., detailed invoices for projects, simple ones for retail sales).

    Tailoring invoices to different business needs improves clarity and efficiency.

WHEN WILL YOU USE IT?

  • Ensures the correct format, branding and payment details are included automatically.

  • Ensures due dates and terms are consistently applied to all invoices.

  • A clear template reduces confusion and prevents disputes.

  • Keeps all documents professional and aligned with your business idenitity.

  • Ensures invoices contain all necessary details for compliance and reporting.

IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA

IT ALL BEGINS WITH AN IDEA ✦



how to create a new invoice

CREATE A NEW INVOICE TEMPLATE

Click your organisation name, then select Settings.

  1. Go to Invoice Settings.

  2. Click New Branding Theme.

  3. Give your template a clear name so you can identify it later.

  4. Customise your invoice’s layout, fields, and appearance—add your tax number, contact details, or invoice terms.

  5. Click Save.

how to copy an existing invoice template
  1. Go to Settings > Invoice Settings.

  2. Find the template you want to copy, click Options, then select Copy.

  3. Give your new template a unique name.

  4. Click Save...

COPYING AN EXISTING TEMPLATE

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Go to Settings > Invoice Settings.

  1. Find the template you want to edit, click Options, then select Edit.

  2. Make your changes.

  3. Click Save.

EDITING AN INVOICE TEMPLATE

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Go to Settings > Invoice Settings.

  1. Find the template you want to copy, click Options, then select Copy.

  2. Give your new template a unique name.

  3. Click Save...

COPY TEMPLATE

PREVIEW YOUR TEMPLATE; Go to Settings > Invoice Settings. Find your template, click Options, then select Preview.