How do you insert page numbers in a Word document?

Inserting page numbers in a Word document can be efficiently achieved by selecting "Insert" and then "Page Number" from the toolbar. This method leverages the built-in functionality of Word, which allows for easy and customizable placement of page numbers on your document, whether at the top (header) or bottom (footer) of the page.

Using this method ensures that page numbers are automatically generated and can be formatted consistently across the entire document. The convenience of this approach is particularly beneficial for longer documents, as it correctly updates the page numbers as the content changes or as additional pages are added.

While other methods, such as accessing the header and footer option, can also allow for page number insertion, they are typically part of the same process initiated from the "Insert" menu. Manually typing page numbers is not advisable because it does not automate the numbering and can lead to inconsistencies, especially if changes are made to the document's layout or structure.