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title: "Assign a default workflow"
slug: "assign-a-default-workflow"
abstract: "How to assign a default workflow for all items based on a data template."
---
# Assign a default workflow

To assign a default workflow for all items based on a data template:

1. In the **Template Manager** or the Content Editor, configure standard values for the data template.
2. On the **Review** tab, in the **Workflow** group, click **Initial**.
3. Select a default workflow for all items based on the data template.