Add Page Numbers to PDF Files

Adding page numbers to PDFs is a common requirement that enhances organization and readability. With pdfRest's Add to PDF API Tool, this task becomes seamless and efficient, thanks to its powerful text insertion feature. This tool allows developers to automate the addition of page numbers across entire documents, ensuring consistency and professionalism in presentation.

Streamlined PDF Page Numbers with Structured JSON Input

The Add to PDF API Tool supports adding multiple text blocks to a PDF in a single API call. By utilizing structured JSON input, developers can define the text, style, page, and position for each page number, streamlining the process and reducing the need for repetitive tasks.

Workflow for Adding Page Numbers to PDF

1. Determine Total Pages: Begin by using the Query PDF API Tool to retrieve the total number of pages in your document. This step is crucial for accurately applying page numbers throughout the PDF.
2. Create JSON Input: With the total page count in hand, construct a JSON object that specifies the page number for each page. This JSON should include details such as the text (page number), font, size, color, and position on the page.
3. Apply Page Numbers: Use the Add to PDF API Tool to apply the JSON input to your PDF. This single API call will insert the specified page numbers across all pages, ensuring a uniform and professional appearance.

Benefits of Using Add to PDF for Page Numbering

• Efficiency: Automate the addition of page numbers, saving time and reducing manual effort.
• Customization: Tailor the appearance of page numbers with options for font, size, color, and position.
• Scalability: Easily apply page numbers to documents of any size, from a few pages to hundreds.

By leveraging the capabilities of pdfRest's Add to PDF API Tool, businesses can enhance their document workflows, ensuring that PDFs are not only well-organized but also visually appealing. Whether you're preparing reports, presentations, or any other type of document, adding page numbers has never been easier or more efficient.

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