Instructions
With Fillr, you can fill Word templates in just a few steps. Follow this detailed guide to get the most out of the tool.
Step 1: Prepare Template
Open your Word file and insert placeholders where you want content to be filled in later.
- Use {{Placeholder}} for single-line fields (e.g., {{FirstName}}, {{Date}}, {{CustomerID}})
- Use {{Placeholder...}} for multi-line text fields (e.g., {{Description...}}, {{Notes...}})
- Placeholder names can contain letters, numbers, umlauts, and spaces
- Tip: Format the placeholders exactly as you want the inserted text to appear (font, size, color)
- Make sure to save the document as a .docx file
Step 2: Upload Document
Upload your prepared Word file to Fillr. The document is processed entirely in your browser.
- Drag and drop the file into the upload area
- Alternatively, click on the upload area to select the file
- Only .docx files are supported (Word 2007 and newer)
- Processing happens entirely locally - your data never leaves the browser
- After upload, all detected placeholders are automatically listed
Step 3: Fill Placeholders
Fill the detected placeholders with your values. The preview updates in real-time.
- Each placeholder is displayed as its own input field
- For multi-line placeholders ({{Name...}}), a larger text area appears
- The document preview shows your entries in real-time with color highlighting
- Green = placeholder filled, Red = placeholder open, Yellow = currently editing
- Use the save icon (💾) to save frequently used values for later
- Saved values will appear as suggestions next time
Step 4: Manage Templates
Save complete templates with all values to reuse them for similar documents.
- Click "Save" to save all current values as a template
- Give the template a meaningful name
- Templates are associated based on the document's placeholder structure
- Click "Load" to apply a saved template
- Templates can be deleted at any time
- All data is stored locally in the browser (not on servers)
Step 5: Download Document
Download the completed document. All placeholders will be replaced with your entries.
- Click "Download Document" in the upper right corner
- The document is saved with "_filled" in the filename
- All formatting from the original document is preserved
- Unfilled placeholders remain as placeholders in the document
- The downloaded document can be edited like any normal Word file
Tips for Optimal Results
- Create a master template with all required placeholders and use it as a base for all future documents.
- Use unique placeholder names to avoid confusion (e.g., {{Sender_Name}} instead of just {{Name}}).
- Type placeholders directly in Word instead of copying them from other programs.
- Save frequently used values (like your address or company details) with the save icon for quick access.
- Use the template feature for recurring documents with similar content.