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You can easily change the text in a header or footer by using the Header/Footer option from the View menu, in the following manner:
You should note that if you are currently using Print Layout view, your headers and footers already appear on your screen. To modify the header or footer, you can simply double-click on the area you want to change.
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2017-02-21 13:40:14
In the View menu there is no visable header or footer option. What does the Switch button look like? I cannot get a dialog.
In the Print Layout view , double clicking on the header will not access the header. I want to edit the header.
2015-04-16 05:06:14
Such an *easy* fix for editing my headers and footers. Simple and straightforward ~ *thank you*!!!
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