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Page numbers
A report, thesis or manuscript heading to print usually needs page numbers first — and needs them to start in the right place, since a cover or title page rarely gets counted.
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How it works
- 1Drop in your PDF.
- 2Choose a position (e.g. bottom centre) and a format — "1", "1 / 10", or "Page 1 of 10".
- 3Set the starting number and which page numbering begins on, to skip a cover page.
- 4Pick a typeface, colour and size, then save.
Common ways people use this
- Number the pages of a report or thesis before printing
- Add "Page X of Y" numbering to a manuscript
- Skip numbering on a cover page, starting from page 2
- Restart numbering at a specific number for a document that continues another
Frequently asked questions
Can I skip numbering the first page?
Yes — set "First numbered page" to 2 and the cover page stays blank.
What formats are available?
Plain ("1"), fraction ("1 / 10"), and full text ("Page 1 of 10").
Can I start counting from a number other than 1?
Yes, the starting number is fully customizable.
Can I preview where the numbers will appear before saving?
Yes, a live page preview shows exactly where and how each number will render.
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