Add page numbers to a PDF file online

The Acrobat online tool allows you to easily add page numbers to the header or footer of a PDF file. The tool offers various formatting and page range options:

1. You can place the numbers at the top or bottom of PDF pages and align them on the left, right, or centre.
2. You have the choice of five page number formats, such as a single number, 1 of n, 1/n, Page 1, or Page 1 of n for the header or footer text.
3. You can customize the page number font, size, and formatting (bold, italic, underline).
4. You can number all pages in the file or only a selected page range.
5. If you don’t want to include a page number on the first page, you can specify where the PDF page numbering should start.

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You can number all of the pages in a PDF file or select a specific page range for numbering. In addition, you can start page numbers on any page. Just specify the page where you want the numbering to start from and the numbering style.

No. If you reorder, delete or add PDF pages, you will need to renumber the pages for the page numbers to appear correctly.

Can I preview the PDF with page numbers before finalising the changes?

Yes, before clicking on save and downloading the document to share with others, you can preview your page numbering and modify them if required.

Is there a way to remove or edit page numbers after they have been added?

To remove or edit the page numbers, you need to follow the same steps of adding page numbers to PDFs online. You can either upload the file again or sign in to your Acrobat account to modify the page numbers and remove them if not required.

Why should you add page numbers to PDFs

Adding page numbers to PDFs can enhance organisation and navigation, making it simpler to reference and locate specific sections. This is especially helpful for long documents, reports, or manuals. Page numbers help maintain consistency, improve the reader's experience, and offer a clear structure, allowing for quick access to information. Sign in to your Acrobat account to modify the page numbers and remove them if not required.