As the new year kicks off, many of us are taking the time to refresh our systems—and one essential update is the calendar template. Spreadsheet Point has just released updated Google Sheets calendar templates for 2025, and in this short article, we’ll walk you through the process of updating your own.
Whether you’re working with a monthly calendar, a single-tab view, or a content calendar, we’ll cover each step in detail. Plus, we’ve included a video tutorial to guide you through the process, ensuring you can easily get your planning on track for the year ahead.
As everyone updates their systems for the new year, one key resource is the calendar template. The team at Spreadsheet Point just updated their Google Sheets calendar templates (which you can access for free if you don’t have existing calendars to update), and we’re happy to share exactly how that happened. Follow along for the step-by-step process and a video showing how to do it yourself.
Note that these resources are already available (and updated for the new year) at Spreadsheet Point. Ready to get organized? Let’s dive into the update process.
Updating a Monthly Calendar Template
The first type of calendar discussed is a month-by-month template. Since this version lacks formulas, the process involves converting numbers into dates for dynamic functionality.
- Convert Numbers to Dates: Change the cell format to a date by navigating to Format > Date. Then, use the Custom Date and Time option to display only the day.
- Set the Starting Date: Enter January 1, 2025, and drag the formula down to populate the month.
- Adjust for Month Lengths: Verify and adjust for the number of days in each month. For instance, February in 2025 has 28 days. Repeat the process for all months.
Updating a Single-Tab Monthly View
This calendar combines all months into one tab, requiring some manual adjustments:
- Change the Year: Update the primary date reference to 2025.
- Adjust the Start Day: Ensure January 1, 2025, begins on the correct weekday (Wednesday). Input “1” in the appropriate cell and manually fill in the dates for the rest of the month.
- Drag Formulas for Continuity: Extend the formula across the row to auto-fill subsequent dates. Repeat this for each month, verifying the transitions between months.
Updating a Content Calendar Template
The final example is a content calendar, designed for scheduling tasks alongside specific dates.
- Set the First Day: Input January 1, 2025, and manually complete the first week.
- Leverage Auto-Population: Use the built-in formulas to extend the dates across the month, ensuring accuracy by referencing the weekday.
- Adjust for Short Months: For February, delete extra days if needed and extend the sequence to 28.
Each calendar type requires careful cross-referencing to accurately align with 2025’s dates. Additionally, users are encouraged to save their changes and test the functionality before relying on the updated calendars for planning.
And our team also has a YouTube video showing the process. As always, leave a comment or message us to ask questions. We’re always happy to help with spreadsheet challenges.
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