How do I remove a page break?
Show formatting marks, select the page break line, and press Delete or Backspace.
Insert a page break
In Word, page breaks can be inserted from the ribbon or quickly with a keyboard shortcut.
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Environment
Word for Windows
Fast answer
Use Insert > Page Break or press Ctrl+Enter.
Steps
1
Place the cursor where the new page should start
Place the cursor right before the content that should move to the next page.
2
Insert the page break
Use Page Break from the Insert tab or press Ctrl+Enter.
3
Check the result
Confirm the next heading or paragraph moved to the top of a new page.
Common pitfalls
- Using many blank lines instead of a page break makes the document unstable after later edits.
- A page break is different from a section break. Use section breaks when headers or numbering must change.
What to do next
Instead of stopping on this page, here are three next actions that are easy to take right away.
Check the Word shortcuts too
If you want the same task to take less time next time, review the matching shortcuts while this workflow is still fresh.
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Handle similar Word tasks together
You can continue into nearby tasks such as page numbers, headers, and spacing without searching again.
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FAQ
Is there a shortcut for page breaks?
Yes. On Word for Windows, Ctrl+Enter inserts a page break.