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Add Header & Footer

Place custom text in the left, center, or right slot of the header and footer on every page. Use dynamic placeholders: {page} for the current page number, {total} for the total page count, and {date} for today's date. Set font size, margin distance from the edge, and text colour. Headers and footers are embedded as real vector text.

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Frequently asked questions

What placeholders can I use?

{page} inserts the current page number, {total} inserts the total page count, and {date} inserts today's date. Combine them freely, for example "Page {page} of {total} - {date}".

Can I have different headers on odd and even pages?

The current tool applies the same header and footer to all pages. For alternating headers, use the tool twice: once for odd pages (extract, add header, reinsert) though this requires manual page management.

Can I skip the header on the first page?

Yes. A "Skip first page" option is available for documents where the first page is a title or cover that should not have a running header.

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