How to Have a Different Header on the First Page in Google Docs
Docswrite Team
Aug 13, 2025
3 min read
If you’ve ever worked on a professional document, you’ve probably noticed that the first page often has a unique header—or none at all—compared to the rest of the pages. Whether you’re creating a report, proposal, or ebook, Google Docs makes it easy to set a different header for the first page. And if you’re planning to share that document directly through your CRM, tools like Docswrite.com can make the publishing process seamless.
In this article, we’ll explain step-by-step how to have a different header on the first page in Google Docs and why it matters for professional formatting—especially when your document is destined for wider publication.
Why Use a Different Header on the First Page?
The first page of a document often acts as a title page or an introduction. It’s common to leave out repeated elements like page numbers, logos, or running titles to make the design cleaner. A distinct header can:
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Improve readability and presentation.
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Align with branding guidelines.
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Create a professional impression for clients and stakeholders.
How to Set a Different Header for the First Page in Google Docs
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Open your Google Doc and navigate to the first page.
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Double-click the header area at the top of the page. This will activate the header editing mode.
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In the header toolbar, check the box labeled “Different first page” .
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Enter the desired header content for the first page (or leave it blank).
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Scroll to page two and edit the header for the rest of the document.
That’s it! Now your first page header is unique and won’t repeat on subsequent pages.
Publishing Your Google Doc to CRM Using
Once your document is properly formatted, you might want to publish it directly to your CRM or content platform. This is where comes in handy.
Docswrite isn’t a plugin—it’s a standalone website that integrates with multiple CRMs. It allows you to publish your Google Doc directly to tools like HubSpot, WordPress, and other platforms without tedious copy-pasting.
How it works:
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Connect your Google account to Docswrite.
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Link your CRM integration.
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Select the Google Doc you want to publish.
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Choose your target platform and publish in one click.
With this workflow, your carefully formatted header remains intact when your document is shared or published.
FAQ – Different Headers in Google Docs & Docswrite
Q1: Can I have different headers on every page in Google Docs? Yes. While “Different first page” applies only to page one, you can insert section breaks to create different headers throughout your document.
Q2: Does Docswrite change my header formatting when publishing? No. Docswrite preserves your Google Docs formatting, including headers, footers, and spacing.
Q3: Do I need to install anything to use Docswrite? No. Docswrite is a web-based platform—no plugins or downloads required.
Q4: Can Docswrite publish my document to multiple CRMs at once? Yes. With a few integrations, you can publish the same document to several platforms in a single action.
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