How to Add 'Page X of Y' Numbering in Microsoft Word Footer

Are you looking for a way to add 'Page X of Y' numbering to your Microsoft Word document? You're not alone. This is a common feature used by many writers, students, and professionals alike. In this article, we'll show you how to easily add page numbers with the 'Page X of Y' format in Microsoft Word footer.

To start, open your Microsoft Word document and navigate to the Header & Footer tab. Click on the Footer button and scroll down to find the Semaphore style. Double-clicking on this style will open up the footer area for editing and display the Header & Footer tab.

Next, with a page selected, double-click in the footer area where you want to add your page numbering. If you're not familiar with Microsoft Word or don't have it installed on your computer, you can always try or buy it now. For more information on adding page numbers, see our article on 'Add Page Numbers to Headers or Footers'.

If you want different page numbering in different sections of your document, editing the document in Microsoft Word instead of Microsoft Word for the web is recommended. To show the document title, author's name, or some other text with the page number, or to hide the page number on the first page, start by using Insert > Header & Footer.

Once you're in the header and footer editor, click on the Remove Page Numbers button at the bottom of the gallery if you no longer want page numbers. Microsoft Word for the web will automatically add the total page count to each page of your document in a 'Page X of Y' format, such as 'of 10'.

To customize your page number layout options, check the Include Page Count box just above the gallery and select the desired layout option. If you're not already in Editing view, click on Edit Document > Edit in Microsoft Word for the web. Then, click on Insert > Page Numbers.

Finally, check one checkbox to include the total number of pages with the page number in your document's header or footer. With these simple steps, you'll be able to add 'Page X of Y' numbering to your Microsoft Word document in no time.

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