How to add page numbers to the bottom centre of a pdf
- Step 1Upload the PDF — Drop the document into the page numbers tool.
- Step 2Select bottom-centre position — Choose bottom centre from the position options.
- Step 3Set font size and starting number — Configure size and starting number — 1 is standard.
- Step 4Download the numbered PDF — Save and distribute.
Frequently asked questions
Will the number overlap with content near the bottom of the page?+
Adjust the bottom margin value to push numbers below the content area — increase the margin offset if overlap occurs.
Is bottom-centre the same as a footer?+
Page numbers stamped at the bottom centre are equivalent to a footer number. Unlike word processor footers, these are stamped directly onto the page, making them visible in all PDF viewers.
Can I add text alongside the number, such as a document title?+
Currently plain numbers are supported. Adding combined text and number footers is a planned Pro feature.
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