InSitecore XM Cloud,data templatesdefine the structure of content items, specifying which fields and field types are available. Developers canonly create and edit data templatesusing theContent Editor, which provides access to the template architecture under the/sitecore/templatesnode.
Navigate to Content EditorinSitecore XM Cloud Portal.
Expand/sitecore/templatesin the content tree.
Right-clickthe folder where you want to create the template and selectInsert → Template.
Define template sections and fieldsin the Template Builder.
Save and Publishthe template to make it available for content creation.
Content Editor is the designated tool for managing data templatesin Sitecore XM Cloud.
Data templates do not exist in Pages or Explorer, as those are used for content and layout management.
Portal does not include template editing functionality—it serves as an entry point for accessing Sitecore services.
A. (Pages or Explorer)→ Pages is used for visual editing, and Explorer is for browsing items, not creating templates.
B. (Explorer or Portal)→ Neither provides access to data templates.
C. (Content Editor or Pages)→ Pages is only for layout and content management, not for template editing.
Managing Data Templates in Sitecore XM Cloud
Sitecore Content Editor Overview
Sitecore XM Cloud Official Documentation
Steps to Create and Edit Data Templates in Content EditorWhy is Option D Correct?Why Other Options Are Incorrect?Relevant XM Cloud Documentation References: