How to Insert Different Headers on Each Page in Microsoft Word

When creating a document in Microsoft Word, you may encounter situations where you need to insert headers and footers only on specific pages. This can be achieved by following a series of steps that help you unlink the header from previous pages and link it only to the targeted page.

Inserting headers and footers on specific pages is crucial when you want to maintain consistency throughout your document while also adding unique information to certain pages. In this article, we will guide you through the process of inserting different headers on each page in Microsoft Word.

Step 1: Insert a Section Break at the End of the Targeted Page

To start with, insert a section break at the end of the targeted page where you want to add the header. This step is essential as it helps create a new section that can have its own unique header and footer.

Step 2: Delete Header and Footer from the Previous Page

Next, delete the header and footer from the previous page (before the targeted page). This will ensure that the header does not carry over to the next page automatically.

Step 3: Unlink Header and Footer on the Targeted Page from the Previous Pages

After deleting the header from the previous page, go to the targeted page and unlink it from the previous pages. To do this, click on the 'Link to Previous' option in the 'Header & Footer Tools' tab and deselected it.

Step 4: Insert Header and Footer on the Targeted Page

Once you have unlinked the header from the previous pages, you can insert a new header and footer on the targeted page. To do this, click on the 'Insert Header' or 'Insert Footer' button in the 'Header & Footer Tools' tab.

Step 5: Insert a Section Break at the End of the Page Just Before the Targeted Page

Finally, insert another section break at the end of the page just before the targeted page. This step ensures that the header and footer you inserted on the targeted page do not carry over to the next page automatically.

By following these steps, you can successfully insert different headers on each page in Microsoft Word. Remember to repeat this process for each page where you want to add a unique header or footer.

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