How to add different page numbers in word online

Page numbers are an integral part of any chunky document. Did you know it is possible to have different page numbers? This article touches upon inserting page numbers and dives deeper into how to add different page numbers in word online.

How to add different page numbers in word online?

May it be academic papers or corporate documents when pages are numbered things are easier. In this section, we take you through the steps involved in adding page numbers to word online documents.

  • Log in to Office online and go to word online.
  • You can open the document you would like to edit by double-clicking on it.
  • Another way to access documents created on Word online is by logging in to One drive and double-clicking the document to open.
  • Once the document is open click on the Insert tab in the top menu.
How to add different page numbers in word online
  • Under Insert, you will see various options. Click on and select Page Numbers.
  • You will now have a dropdown menu.
How to add different page numbers in word online
  • This dropdown menu gives you formatting options from your page numbers. You can place them to the left, right, or center of the header or footer of the document.
  • Here you have another formatting option called Include Page Count. By selecting this option you will have the total pages displayed on every page. The page numbers will look something like this 1 of 10, 2 of 10, and so on.
  • Once you click on the format you like you will have a different page number on every page of the word online document.

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How do you add Roman numerals and page numbers in Word Online?

Roman numerals and page numbers can be added to documents in word online by following a few simple steps. Here is how it is done along with how to use the options menu.

  • Start by opening the word online document that needs to be edited.
  • Click and open the Insert menu.
  • From the options available select page numbers. You will then have a dropdown menu with pre-formatted page numbers to choose from.
  • The list starts with numbers and the different placement options available. Scroll down to find Roman numerals.
  • On the extreme right, you will find Options. Click on it for a dropdown menu.