How to Insert Page Numbers in Microsoft Word 2007

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If you're typing up a document in word, and want to know how to insert page numbers, read on...

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Click the "Insert" tab.

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    It'll be between the "Home" and "Page Layout" tabs.
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Click the "Page Number" menu.

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    A list of page number options will expand.
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Choose a page numbering position.

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    This is your choice- you can also select other options, but these two are most common.
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Choose one of the page numbering schemes.

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  1. Click the desired page numbering option. Your page numbers will instantly appear in your document.
    • If you need to choose some custom number formatting, such as not adding a "1" to the cover page of your document, return to Insert > Page Number and click Format Page Numbers .

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