About the Add Page Numbers to PDF
Add page numbers to PDFs quickly and easily with our online tool. No file uploads or installations required—everything runs locally on your device.
Our tool lets you customize the position, format, font size, and style of your page numbers. Choose from simple numbers, 'Page X', or 'X of Y' formats.
Perfect for legal documents, academic reports, business presentations, or scanned books that lose their original numbering.
How to use the Add Page Numbers to PDF
- Step 1: Open the tool and click 'Select PDF' to browse your file.
- Step 2: Choose the page number format (e.g., 'Page X', 'X of Y', or simple numbers).
- Step 3: Set the position, font size, and starting page.
- Step 4: Click 'Add Page Numbers' to preview the output and download the processed PDF.
Tips & benchmarks
- Use a font size of 10pt for documents printed on standard A4 paper to keep the header unobtrusive.
- For double-sided printouts, select 'Bottom Right' to keep numbers visible on both sides.
- Use the '1 of N' format to show total page count, helpful for legal filings.
- Keep the tool open while you edit the PDF to instantly view changes without re-uploading.
Frequently asked questions
Can the tool overwrite existing page numbers?
Yes, the tool can overwrite existing page numbers. Simply choose a different format or position to replace the original numbers.
Does it work with scanned PDFs?
Yes, the tool works with scanned PDFs and maintains accuracy even for documents with multiple columns.
Is the tool free to use?
Yes, our Add Page Numbers to PDF tool is completely free to use.
How do I choose the font size?
You can adjust the font size by clicking on the 'Font Size' dropdown menu and selecting your preferred size from 5pt to 24pt.
Can I add page numbers to only a range of pages?
Yes, you can specify a start page to number only certain pages. For example, if you set the start page to page 5, the numbering will begin at page 5 and continue from there.
Will the numbering affect the PDF file size?
No, adding page numbers using our tool does not increase the file size of your PDF. The calculations are done on your device using JavaScript, so no data leaves your browser.
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