How to Make a Page Header in Google Docs (and Publish It with Docswrite
Docswrite Team
Aug 13, 2025
3 min read

Creating a professional page header in Google Docs is an essential skill for students, writers, and businesses. Whether you’re preparing a report, designing a newsletter, or writing a blog post, a clean header helps your document look polished and organized. If you’re using to publish your Google Docs directly to your CRM, having a well-formatted header ensures your published content is consistent and visually appealing.
In this guide, you’ll learn how to create a page header in Google Docs and see how Docswrite.com can help you seamlessly share that document across platforms.
Step-by-Step: How to Add a Page Header in Google Docs
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Open Your Google Doc Log in to your Google account and open the document you want to edit.
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Insert a Header Click on Insert > Headers & footers > Header . A blank header section will appear at the top of your page.
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Customize the Header Content You can type text (such as your title, author name, or date) or insert images like your company logo. Use the toolbar to adjust font, size, and alignment.
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Different First Page Header (Optional) If you don’t want the header on your title page, check Different first page in the header options.
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Apply to All Pages Unless you change section breaks, your header will appear on all pages of the document.
Why Headers Matter for Users
If you use , your Google Docs can be published directly to CRMs like HubSpot, WordPress, or Notion—without copy-pasting. A consistent header ensures that:
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Blog articles look branded when posted online.
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CRM-published documents keep your logo or tagline visible.
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Reports and proposals appear professional across platforms.
Since Docswrite isn’t a plugin but a standalone website , all formatting—including headers—remains intact when your document is published. This saves time and avoids the frustration of re-editing your content after export.
Pro Tips for Headers in Google Docs
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Use Company Branding: Include your business name and logo to strengthen brand recognition.
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Keep It Simple: Overly complex headers can distract from your content.
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Check Mobile View: If your document will be viewed online via Docswrite.com, ensure the header still looks clean on smaller screens.
FAQ: Google Docs Headers & Docswrite.com
Q1: Can Docswrite.com publish my Google Doc with the header included? Yes. Docswrite keeps your document formatting, including headers and footers, when publishing to supported CRMs.
Q2: Does the header design affect SEO when published online? Indirectly. While search engines don’t read headers in the same way they do page titles, a clear and branded header improves reader trust and engagement—both important for SEO.
Q3: Is Docswrite a Google Docs add-on? No. Docswrite is a standalone website that connects to your Google Drive. It’s not a plugin or extension.
Q4: Can I use different headers for different sections in Google Docs? Yes. By inserting section breaks, you can assign unique headers to each section of your document.
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