NUMÉROTER à partir de l'INTRODUCTION (ou autre page) dans WORD : tutoriel simple

Summary

This tutorial provides a step-by-step guide on how to add page numbering to a Word document starting from a specific page, such as page 4, and how to manage headers and footers independently across sections. The tutorial explains how to insert section breaks, disable 'Link to Previous' for headers and footers, and customize the numbering format. The presenter also demonstrates how to manage headers, footers, and page numbering, allowing users to start numbering from a later page and apply different formatting to different sections of the document.

Takeaways

• 😀 Start page numbering from a specific page (e.g., page 4) while leaving the previous pages unnumbered.
• 😀 Use section breaks in Word to separate unnumbered pages from numbered ones.
• 😀 To create a section break, go to the **Page Layout** tab, select **Breaks**, and choose **Next Page** under **Section Breaks**.
• 😀 After inserting the section break, the content from the next page will be in a new section with different settings.
• 😀 Check if a new blank page appears when inserting a section break and delete it if necessary.
• 😀 Unlink the header or footer between sections to avoid carrying over the page numbers or header/footer from the previous section.
• 😀 To unlink sections, double-click the footer or header and uncheck **Link to Previous**.
• 😀 Delete page numbers from the first section (the unnumbered pages) to ensure numbering starts at the right page.
• 😀 Insert page numbers after unlinking sections, and choose the desired position (e.g., bottom right).
• 😀 Custom headers and footers can be applied to each section separately after unlinking them.
• 😀 Always verify that the changes you made are correct by double-clicking in the header or footer area and confirming the section settings.

Q & A

How can you start page numbering from a specific page in a Word document?

To start page numbering from a specific page, you need to insert a section break at the end of the previous page. This creates a new section where you can configure the page numbering independently.

What is a section break and why is it important in Word document formatting?

A section break allows you to split a document into different sections, which can have different formatting, such as page numbers, headers, and footers. It's essential for applying different page numbering styles or skipping numbering on certain pages.

How do you insert a section break in Word?

You can insert a section break by going to the 'Page Layout' tab, selecting 'Breaks,' and choosing 'Next Page' under the 'Section Breaks' options.

Why is it necessary to uncheck the 'Link to Previous' option when adjusting headers or footers?

Unchecking 'Link to Previous' ensures that the header or footer formatting (such as page numbers) is not copied from the previous section, allowing you to customize the header/footer for the current section.

What happens if you forget to uncheck 'Link to Previous'?

If you forget to uncheck 'Link to Previous,' the header or footer will continue from the previous section, including the page numbers and other elements, even if you want to change them in the current section.

What can you do to remove page numbers from the first few pages of a document?

To remove page numbers from the first few pages, insert a section break after the pages you don't want to number, uncheck 'Link to Previous,' and then manually delete the page numbers from the first section.

How do you add page numbers to a document starting from a specific page?

After inserting a section break and unchecking 'Link to Previous,' go to the 'Insert' tab, select 'Page Number,' and choose your desired location for the page number starting from the page where numbering should begin.

How can you ensure that headers or footers are different from one page to another?

By inserting a section break and unchecking 'Link to Previous,' you can create different headers and footers for each section, allowing you to customize them independently.

Can you customize headers and footers starting from a specific page in a Word document?

Yes, by using section breaks and unchecking 'Link to Previous,' you can customize headers and footers for different sections of the document, starting from the page where the new section begins.

What is the advantage of using a three-column header design?

A three-column header design provides a structured layout, creating space for text to be aligned on the left, center, and right, offering better organization for the content of the header.