Headers Feature in Microsoft Word

Microsoft Word offers a versatile feature for inserting headers into your documents. This can be beneficial for you to include essential information like document titles, author names, or page numbers at the top of each page. However, there are instances where you might want a header to appear only on the first page of your document.
First, open your Word document and double-click on the header portion at the top of the first page. This action will make the header active and display the Header & Footer Tools > Design
tab on the toolbar ribbon.
次に、 Options
group within the Design tab. There, you will find a checkbox labeled Different First Page
. Click to check this option, which will enable a unique header configuration for your first page, separate from the rest of your document.
Now, you can customize the header content on the first page per your requirements. Utilize the formatting tools available in the Design tab, such as font styles, text alignment, and sizes, to tailor the header to your desired appearance.
Remember that any changes you make to the first-page header will not affect the rest of your document, courtesy of the Different First Page
option. If you decide to disable the feature later, uncheck the Different First Page
checkbox, and your first-page header will return to the default configuration.
ドキュメントの設定

Before you begin, open the Microsoft Word document where you want to insert a header on the first page only. Make sure your cursor is positioned at the top of the first page.
To insert a header, go to the インセット tab on the ribbon. Locate the ヘッダーとフッター group and click on the ヘッダ command. A drop-down menu will appear, allowing you to choose one of the built-in header options or the blank option if you prefer a custom header. Once selected, the Header & Footer Tools > Design tab will appear on the ribbon.
設計 tab, you should see a Different First Page checkbox under the オプション section. Ensure that this box is checked, as it allows you to have a unique header on the first page, separate from the rest of the document.
Double-click the header area on the first page to access the header edit mode. You can now type in your desired text or insert images and elements like page numbers, dates, or your company logo. To apply formatting, such as bold text, italics, or specific font styles, highlight the desired text and use the built-in formatting tools under the ホーム タブには何も表示されないことに注意してください。
Your header will only be visible on the first page, as you have enabled the 別の最初のページ option. To exit header edit mode, double-click outside the header area or press the Escキー key on your keyboard. You have now successfully set up and inserted a header on the first page of your Microsoft Word document.
Navigating to the Header Section
To insert a header only on the first page in Microsoft Word, you first need to navigate to the header section of your document. Open your Word document and locate the first page where you want to add the header.
次に、をクリックしてください インセット tab at the Word interface’s top. In the Header & Footer group, you will find the Header command. Click on it to reveal a drop-down menu with various built-in Header options. Select the blank option if you’d like to create a custom header.
After selecting your desired header format, the Header & Footer Tools > Design tab will appear on the ribbon. This tab offers different customization options for your header. Ensure that the checkbox for 別の最初のページ is ticked under the オプション section. This will help you achieve a unique header for the first page only.
Now, your header is set on the first page of your document, and you can proceed to insert the desired content. Double-click the header section on the first page, and type your desired text or insert any images as needed. Remember that any changes made here will only affect the first page’s header since you have chosen the 別の最初のページ オプションを選択します。
Don’t forget to save your changes! Click anywhere outside the header area or press the Escキー key to exit the header editing mode. Your document should now have a header only on the first page, while the rest remain without a header.
Adding a Header to the First Page Only
In this section, you will learn how to insert a header only on the first page of your Microsoft Word document by using the 別の最初のページ オプション セクションブレーク.
Using Different First Page Option
- Open your Word document and scroll to the first page.
- Double-click on the header portion at the top of the first page. The 設計 tab will now appear on the ribbon, where you have all the options and customizations for ヘッダーとフッター.
- 設計 タブで、 オプション section. Here, tick the checkbox for 別の最初のページ. This will allow you to have a unique header for the first page, separate from the rest of the document.
セクション区切りの使用
- Navigate to the end of the first page in your Word document.
- セットアップボタンをクリックすると、セットアップが開始されます レイアウト リボンのタブ。
- Select the Breaks button in the Page Setup group, and choose 次のページ 下 セクションブレーク. This will create a section break between your document’s first and second pages.
- Double-click on the header portion at the top of the first page. The 設計 tab will appear.
- 設計 タブをクリックし、 前へのリンク option. This ensures that the header on the first page is not connected to the header in the following section.
- Now, you can add your desired header content to the first page. It will only appear on that page, not the subsequent pages in your document.
Editing and Formatting the Header
Before you edit your header, double-click on the header portion at the top of the first page of your Word document. A 設計 tab will now appear where you can find all the options and customizations for the header and footer. Tick the checkbox for ‘Different First Page’ 下 オプション section, which allows you to create a unique header for the first page.
To edit the text in your header, click inside the header area and start typing. You can adjust the font style, size, and color. Use Word formatting tools such as 大胆な, イタリック, or underlining to emphasize specific text.
Incorporate informative elements in your header like the document title, author’s name, or date by using クイックパーツ. To access, go to the 設計 タブをクリック クイックパーツ、選択して フィールド. Select the preferred information from the categories, such as イベントタイトル, 著者または 作成日, and customize display formatting as necessary.
You may opt to adjust text alignment and spacing to achieve a visually appealing layout. On the 設計 タブで、 役職 section, where you can align texts to the left, center, or right. Enhance readability by adjusting the header margin or distance from the top edge of the page using the Header from Top オプションを選択します。
Lastly, add graphical elements like a company logo or decorative lines to your header. To insert images, click on ピクチャー インセット tab and browse for the desired image file. Resize and position the image accordingly within the header. Use the Horizontal Line or Border options available under the Design tab for lines or borders.
レビューと最終決定
When you want to insert a header on the first page only in Microsoft Word, follow these steps:
- Open your Word document and navigate to the first page.
- Double-click on the header portion at the top of the first page. This action will display the ‘Design’ tab with options and customizations for ‘Header and Footer.’
- Look for the ‘Options’ section and tick the checkbox for ‘Different First Page.’
Now that you have set up a different header for the first page, you can add your desired content to it:
- Click within the header area on the first page and type your desired text or insert images or logos as needed.
- Format the header by adjusting font type, size, and color according to your preferences.
Double-check your header on the first page and make sure it does not appear on subsequent pages:
- Scroll through your document to ensure the header is only on the first page.
- If the header still appears on other pages, double-check that the ‘Different First Page’ option is enabled in the ‘Options’ section under ‘Header and Footer Tools.’
After completing these steps, save your document and review it one last time to confirm your header is placed correctly on the first page. This process will give your document a polished and professional look while ensuring consistency with your organization’s letterhead or branding guidelines.