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Now that you know the workflow — initialise a template, describe what you want, compile, review — let’s explore what else you can create. Each template below comes from Typst Universe, Typst’s free community template library. Pick any template below. Run the typst init command to download it, then use the prompts to customise it — say them out loud with Wispr Flow or copy and paste.
Use case: Take your cover letter further with multi-page or styled variants.You already customised the fireside template — here’s how to level it up.Download the fireside template by running this command:
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Start Gemini CLI in the template folder, then say or copy this prompt:
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Follow-up customisations:
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NZ job market tip: Many NZ employers still appreciate a well-formatted cover letter. A visually distinctive design can help your application stand out — especially for roles in marketing, design, or communications.
Use case: Prepare for job interviews with a structured, printable checklist.Download the aero-check template by running this command:
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Start Gemini CLI in the template folder, then say or copy this prompt:
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Follow-up customisations:
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Print it out! This checklist is designed to be printed and used by hand. Review it the night before your interview and tick off each item as you prepare.
Use case: Bill clients professionally with NZ-compliant invoices.Download the classy-german-invoice template by running this command:
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Start Gemini CLI in the template folder, then say or copy this prompt:
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Follow-up customisations:
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GST tip: If you earn over $60,000/year as a freelancer in NZ, you must register for GST. This invoice template includes 15% GST by default — adjust if you’re not GST-registered.
Use case: Create a personal update, client newsletter, or team report.Download the dashing-dept-news template by running this command:
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Start Gemini CLI in the template folder, then say or copy this prompt:
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Follow-up customisations:
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Stand out in your job search: Send a monthly “personal newsletter” to your network summarising what you’ve been learning, projects you’ve worked on, and what roles you’re looking for. It keeps you top of mind.
Use case: Showcase freelance services or create an event programme.Download the caidan template by running this command:
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Start Gemini CLI in the template folder, then say or copy this prompt:
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Follow-up customisations:
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Freelancers: A polished service catalogue PDF attached to your emails looks far more professional than describing your services in plain text. It signals that you take your business seriously.
Use case: Create structured reports with a table of contents, figures, and references.Download the graceful-genetics template by running this command:
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Start Gemini CLI in the template folder, then say or copy this prompt:
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Follow-up customisations:
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Useful for: Project proposals, research summaries, business cases, or any situation where you need to present structured information professionally.
Use case: Create a multi-chapter thesis or dissertation.Download the humble-dtu-thesis template by running this command:
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Start Gemini CLI in the template folder, then say or copy this prompt:
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Follow-up customisations:
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This is a stretch goal — academic formatting can be complex. If it doesn’t look perfect on the first try, use follow-up prompts to refine the layout section by section.

Design from Scratch

Once you’re comfortable with templates, you can skip typst init entirely and ask Gemini CLI to create documents from a blank page:
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This gives you complete creative freedom — but templates are usually a faster starting point.

Find More Templates

The Typst Universe has hundreds of free templates. Browse it for inspiration, then use typst init @preview/template-name:version to get started.
Mix and match! You can combine elements from different templates. For example, say: “Take the header style from my cover letter and use it on my invoice” — Gemini CLI can handle this because all your .typ files are in the same folder.
Ready to wrap up? Head to Keep going for next steps, reflection questions, and resources.