Confluence templates support a reserved variable syntax to capture user input. While standard variables populate content within the body of the page, a specific mechanism exists to populate the page metadata—specifically, the title.
Variables can only be added to templates created in the new editor. Here is how to create a dynamic template:
Atlassian recommends for custom templates in Cloud. Instead of $title , you use UI Kit components and dynamic content modules. However, for simple title setting, the built-in "Template" blueprints (e.g., "How-to", "Meeting notes") still use $title behind the scenes. confluence template title variable
For a Confluence template title variable, you can use dynamic placeholders that act as form fields to prompt users for specific information. In the new editor, you can create these by typing @ in the title field and selecting . Creative & Professional Title Placeholder Ideas
<atlas:template name="Project Status Report" origin="blueprint"> <atlas:param name="title" value="$title"/> <body> <h1>$title</h1> <p>Date: $currentDate</p> <h2>Status</h2> <p>Green / Yellow / Red</p> </body> </atlas:template> Confluence templates support a reserved variable syntax to
Minimizing typos in titles and recurring fields. How to Add Variables to Your Confluence Template
Confluence does not allow two pages with the same title in the same space. If a user attempts to enter a title variable value that results in a duplicate title, Confluence will prompt an error. It is best practice to educate users to include unique identifiers (like a date or ticket number) in the variable input. Here is how to create a dynamic template:
October 26, 2023 Subject: Implementation Guide for Template Metadata and Page Title Automation Platform: Atlassian Confluence (Cloud & Data Center)