How to Add Page Numbers in Word

How to Add Page Numbers in Word?
In today's tutorial, I'll walk you through the simple steps to insert page numbers in Microsoft Word. Whether you’re formatting a report or setting up a manuscript, page numbers are crucial for navigation and reference. Watch as I show you how to add page numbers, customize their format, and ensure your title page doesn’t get numbered, all with a few clicks.
Steps to Add Page Numbers in Word:
1. Open Your Document:
Start with the Word document you wish to add page numbers to.
2. Navigate to Insert Tab:
Click on the ‘Insert’ tab at the top of the Word interface.
3. Adding Page Numbers:
Click on the ‘Page Number’ button.
Choose the location for the page numbers (e.g., top, bottom, margins, or current cursor position).
For bottom page numbers, select your preferred alignment (left, center, right) and style
4. Apply and Exit:
Once selected, Word automatically applies the page numbers across the document.
Exit the header and footer view by clicking ‘Close Header and Footer’ or pressing the Esc key.
5. Adjust First Page Numbering:
If your first page is a title page and you don’t want it numbered:
Double-click any page number to access the Header and Footer tab.
Check the ‘Different First Page’ option to remove the number from the first page.
To adjust numbering starting from the second page as '1':
Click 'Page Number', then 'Format Page Numbers'.
In the dialog box, set 'Start at' to 0.
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