How to add page numbers to a pdf starting from page 2
- Step 1Upload the PDF with a cover page — Drop the document into the page numbers tool.
- Step 2Set start page to 2, number display to 1 — Configure numbering to begin on PDF page 2, showing as number 1.
- Step 3Apply the page numbers — Stamp numbers on all body pages from page 2 onwards.
- Step 4Download the professionally numbered PDF — Save and distribute.
Frequently asked questions
What if I have two cover pages I want to skip?+
Set the start page to 3, with display number 1, to skip the first two pages.
Can I also skip a back cover?+
Yes — use a page range to number only specific pages, excluding both the front cover and back cover page numbers.
Will the numbers be visible in print?+
Yes — numbers are stamped as text directly onto the page content and print clearly on any printer.
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