Adding Page Numbers in PowerPoint

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How to Number Pages in PowerPoint

Adding page numbers in PowerPoint is remarkably simple. To do so, you just need to insert Header and Footer on PowerPoint slides. You can add page numbers to individual slides, specific slides, or all slides in your presentation.

If you're familiar with adding page numbers in Excel or Word, you'll find it just as easy in PowerPoint presentations. Follow the straightforward steps below to seamlessly add page numbers in PowerPoint.

Inserting Slide Numbers in PowerPoint

How to Number Pages in PowerPoint

In this tutorial, Mytour will use PowerPoint 2016 to demonstrate numbering pages in PowerPoint.

1. Numbering pages for one slide or all slides

Step 1: On the PowerPoint interface where you want to number pages, go to the Insert tab -> select Header & Footer.

Step 2: In the Header and Footer interface, go to the Slide tab and check the box next to Slide number. If you want to number pages for all slides, click Apply to All; if you only want to number pages for one slide, simply click Apply.

The result is that you have successfully numbered pages in PowerPoint. You will see the pages start with number 1, and you can adjust the font, font size, and font color to suit your needs.

2. Numbering pages from any slide

By default, when you create page numbers in PowerPoint, they start from 1 for the first slide. However, you can change it to a different page number if you wish.

Step 1: Go to the Design tab -> select Slide size -> then choose Custom Slide Size.

Step 2: The Slide Size interface appears allowing you to customize the page numbering. Under Number slides -> input any desired starting page number, for example, inputting 3 for the first slide -> next, click OK to save.

As a result, the first slide will display as number 3 instead of the default number 1 as in the default PowerPoint page numbering method.

So, you have just been successfully guided on how to number pages in PowerPoint with relatively simple and easy steps! With PowerPoint, the steps to set up page numbering are not as many as when you number pages in Word or Excel, so you should choose one of the two page numbering methods that we just introduced above depending on the situation. Additionally, you can explore more beautiful PowerPoint backgrounds to insert into your slides. Wish you success!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the steps to add page numbers in PowerPoint presentations?

To add page numbers in PowerPoint, go to the Insert tab, select Header & Footer, check the box next to Slide number, and choose whether to apply it to all slides or just one. Click Apply to finalize the process.

Can I customize the starting page number for my PowerPoint slides?

Yes, you can customize the starting page number by going to the Design tab, selecting Slide Size, and inputting your desired starting number in the Number slides section before saving your changes.

Is it possible to apply page numbers to specific slides only in PowerPoint?

Yes, when numbering slides in PowerPoint, you can choose to apply page numbers to specific slides by selecting the slide you want and clicking Apply after checking the Slide number box.

How can I adjust the font size and color of page numbers in PowerPoint?

You can adjust the font size and color of page numbers in PowerPoint by selecting the numbered slide, clicking on the page number, and using the font options in the toolbar to customize it according to your preferences.