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How to Make a Different First Page in Google Docs (and How Docswrite

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Docswrite Team

Aug 13, 2025

3 min read

When working on a professional document, report, or proposal, you might want your first page in Google Docs to have a different format than the rest — for example, a title page without headers, footers, or page numbers. This is especially common for cover pages, executive summaries, or formal reports.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to make a different first page in Google Docs , and we’ll also show you how can help you instantly publish your finished Google Docs document to your CRM.


Step-by-Step: How to Make a Different First Page in Google Docs

  • Open Your Document Start by opening the Google Docs file where you want a different first page.

  • Go to Insert → Headers & Footers If you already have a header or footer, simply double-click it to open the editing panel.

  • Check “Different First Page” In the header or footer options menu (which appears after double-clicking), check the box labeled “Different first page” . This tells Google Docs to remove the header and footer from your first page.

  • Customize Your First Page Now you can create a clean title page with your own layout, logo, and text without the default page numbers or headers appearing.

  • Format the Rest of the Document All pages after the first will follow your regular formatting.


Why Formatting Your First Page Matters

A well-designed first page makes a strong first impression, whether you’re sending a business proposal, white paper, or press kit. Clean formatting also ensures your document looks professional across different devices and PDF exports.


Publishing Your Google Docs With

Once your document is ready, you might need to share it beyond just a PDF attachment. This is where comes in.

is not a plugin — it’s a standalone website that lets you publish your Google Docs directly to different CRMs through a few simple integrations. This means:

  • No more copy-pasting into your CRM editor.

  • Preserve your Google Docs formatting.

  • Publish instantly to supported CRM platforms.

This is perfect for marketing teams, sales departments, and content creators who write in Google Docs but publish in systems like HubSpot, WordPress (via CRM integration), or other connected platforms.


SEO Benefits of Publishing via Docswrite

By formatting your first page correctly in Google Docs and using to publish, you ensure your document looks professional and is web-ready. That helps with:

  • Brand consistency across platforms.

  • Faster publishing for time-sensitive content.

  • Better SEO when publishing to web platforms via CRM.


FAQs: Different First Page in Google Docs &

Q: Can I make a different first page without affecting the rest of the document? A: Yes. Use the “Different first page” option in the header/footer settings.

Q: Do I need an add-on to publish from Google Docs to my CRM? A: No. Docswrite.com is a website, not a plugin, and works via simple integrations.

Q: Does Docswrite.com work with all CRMs? A: Docswrite currently supports several popular CRMs and is expanding its integration list. Check their website for the latest compatibility.

Q: Will my Google Docs formatting stay intact when using Docswrite.com? A: Yes. Docswrite is designed to preserve your document’s structure and styling when publishing.


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