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How do I add page numbers in Google Slides?

Published in Google Slides 2 mins read

You can add page numbers to your Google Slides presentations by following these simple steps:

1. Insert a Header or Footer

  • Open your Google Slides presentation.
  • Click on Insert in the menu bar.
  • Select Header & Footer.

2. Choose Page Number Option

  • In the Header & Footer dialog box, check the box next to Slide Number.
  • You can customize the page number's position, font, and color.

3. Apply Changes

  • Click Apply to add page numbers to all slides or Apply to All to add page numbers to all slides in your presentation.

4. Customize Page Number Appearance

  • You can further customize the page number's appearance by changing the font, size, color, and position.
  • To do this, simply click on the page number within the slide and use the formatting options in the toolbar.

Example

  • For a simple presentation, you might want to place the page number in the bottom right corner of each slide.
  • For a more formal presentation, you might want to center the page number at the bottom of the slide.

Practical Insights

  • Page numbers can help your audience keep track of where they are in your presentation, especially if it is long.
  • You can also use page numbers to create a table of contents or index for your presentation.

Solutions

  • If you want to add page numbers to only certain slides, you can insert a text box and manually type the page number.
  • If you want to remove page numbers from your presentation, simply uncheck the Slide Number box in the Header & Footer dialog box.

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