Free template
Excel Schedule Templates
Generate a schedule and download it as a CSV you can open in Excel or Google Sheets.
How to make an Excel schedule template
Excel is the most popular tool for editing schedules because every shift is a spreadsheet cell you can tweak. Generate your base schedule here, download it as a CSV, then open it in Excel or Google Sheets to rename employees, adjust times, or add notes.
A CSV export gives you a clean table with each employee as a row and each day as a column, which is exactly the structure Excel handles best. Once it is open you can apply conditional formatting to highlight night shifts, add formulas to count total hours per person, or sort the roster however you like.
This is a good fit when you need to keep editing the schedule every week: generate a fresh base once, then maintain it in Excel as requests come in, without re-entering everyone's names each time.
Build your schedule
Choose a shift pattern and build your team's schedule.
Shift hours (optional)
Team constraints (optional)
Enter your team and click Generate schedule to see your schedule.
Frequently asked questions
How do I get a schedule template for Excel?
Generate your schedule below, then use Export to download the roster as a CSV. CSV files open directly in Excel and Google Sheets.
Can I edit the schedule in Excel?
Yes. Open the downloaded CSV in Excel to rename employees, adjust shifts, or add notes before saving.
Is there a free Excel schedule template?
Yes. You can generate and download as many schedules as you need, at no cost.
Does it work in Google Sheets?
Yes. The CSV export opens in Google Sheets too, so you can share and collaborate online.