How to Delete a Page in Word Permanently

Key Points:

• The process of deleting a page in Microsoft word may vary depending on the device and version of the software that you are using.
• One of the easiest methods to try out is selecting the text, images, or graphics on the page you want to delete, and then simply hit the delete button or backspace.
• If you are an Android user, you can download the app version of Microsoft word, but with limited features compared to the PC version.

Word is a popular word-processing software that is known by everyone that has used a PC before. You can also use it to create documents and write personal notes. It also has many advanced features like templates and formatting options.

If you ever wanted to delete a page in your Word document and didn’t know how you’ve come to the right place, we’ll show you how it’s done!

This article will teach you how to delete a page in word permanently in different ways. You will not have to do it often, but it can sometimes be necessary to have multiple methods of doing it. Also, each step of the method will be accompanied by screenshots to make it easier for you to keep up with the article.

Steps to Deleting a Page In Word for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS

The process of deleting a page in Microsoft word may vary depending on the device and version of the software that you are using, whether you use it on Windows, Mac, Android, or iOS. There are some slight differences between these applications that you should know.

Below you will find every step explained on how to delete a page in word.

How to Delete a Page in Word on Windows

There are some methods you should try if you want to delete a page in word on windows.

Method 1: Delete content by selecting it.

1. One of the easiest methods to try out is selecting the text, images, or graphics on the page you want to delete.

2. Tap on the “Backspace” or “Delete” key.

Method 2: Use a shortcut to select the text.

You can use a shortcut if you dont want to select the content manually. 

1. Place your mouse cursor on the page you want to delete.

2. Type Ctrl+G. It will lead to the ”Go To” tab in the ”Find and Replace” box

3. Write “\page” in the ”Enter page number” box. 

4. Select ”go to”, and press enter key, then click Close.

5. Make sure it is selected the text you wanted, and simply press the “Delete” or “Backspace” key.

Method 3: Use the Navigation Pane to delete the content quickly.

This method works best for long documents. It helps you quickly and easily select the pages you want to delete.

1. Click on the View tab, find the Navigation Pane box on the show tab, and tick it.

2. It will appear as a screen outline at your left, where you can access all of your pages. From there, find, and select the page you want to delete.

3. Press the “Delete” or “Backspace” keys to delete the page.

How to Delete a Page in Word on Mac

The process of deleting a page in word on Windows is quite similar to the process on Mac. You should follow the same ways as explained for Windows. So, you can select the text you want to delete on your page and press the “Delete” key.

You can use Navigation Panel, as we used on Windows, to view and select the pages you want to delete.

The only slight difference is in the shortcut method. 

1. Click anywhere on your page.

2. Type Option+⌘+G.

3. Type \page on the ”Enter page number.”

4. Click ”Enter”, and ”Close.”

5. Make sure you selected the right content on the page and hit the ”Delete” key.

How to Delete a Page in Word on Android

If you are an Android user, you can download the app version of Microsoft word, but with limited features compared to the PC version. However, the android version of the application is completely free. 

To delete a page in word on Android, you should follow the below steps:

1. Double-tap the text on the page you want to delete

2. Select the entire text you want to delete by expanding the parameters

3. Click on the ”Delete” icon, and that’s it.

How to Delete a Page in Word on iOS

Every iPad or iPhone user can also have Microsoft word as an app. The easiest way to delete a page is by following the same steps as on Android,

1. Double-tap the text on the page you want to delete.

2. Select the text you want and click on the ”Delete icon.”

How to Delete a Blank Page in Word

Another issue you might experience is the appearance of an unnecessary blank page at the end of a document in word. Most people find this problem very annoying. Well, there are some ways how to fix this problem, so take a look below:

Method 1: Change the font size for the end-paragraph

1. Press the “Ctrl+Shift+8” button combos to open the show/hide tool (Ctrl+⌘+8 for Mac).

2. Click on the paragraph symbol.

3. Select the paragraph symbol for the end paragraph.

4. Change the font size to 01 in the formatting box, and click ”Enter”.

5. Press the Ctrl+Shift+8 button combos (Ctrl+⌘+8 for Mac) to turn off the paragraph marks.

Method 2: Make the Margin size smaller

1. Click on the “Layout Tab.”

2. Press “Margins.”

3. Select “Custom Margins” at the end of the list.

4. Change only the bottom margin to a smaller size, for instance: 0.8 cm.

Method 3: Convert your Word Document into a PDF file

1. Click on “File” and then “Save As.”

2. At the ”Save as type”, select the PDF format.

3. Go to “Options”, set the pages you want to save and leave out the last page.

4. Press the ”Ok” button and then “Save.”

Other Methods to Try if your Page Doesn’t Go Away

It can happen that some methods won’t work to delete your page, which can be because of further formatting issues. However, we have included some methods you should give a try if you are still stuck on this problem.

1. Select Continous Section Breaks.

If the section break is set to the Next page, a blank page is created in the middle of your document. To prevent this, you should select continuous section breaks so they follow each other.

1. Press the Ctrl+Shift+8 button combo (⌘+8 for Mac) to show section breaks.

2. Select the section breaks that created the blank page.

3. Tap on the Layout Tab and select Breaks on the Page Setup.

4. Select ”Continous” from the list of Section breaks.

2. Delete Section Breaks

A section break might solve the problem, as well as cause the problem. It can create a blank page at the end of your word document. The only solution is deleting it. 

1. Press the Ctrl+Shift+8 button combos (⌘+8 for Mac) to show section breaks.

2. Select the section breaks at the end of your document.

3. Press the “Delete” or “Backspace” keys.

3. Delete Unnecessary Page Breaks

1. Press the Ctrl+Shift+8 button combos (⌘+8 for Mac) to show page breaks.

2. Select the page break that created the blank page, and hit the delete button.

4. Remove white space underneath tables.

If there is a table at the end of your document, there is a possibility the white space that comes after a table pushes the next page of your word document, leaving a blank page at the end. You dont need to worry anymore; the solution is below:

1. Press the Ctrl+Shift+8 button combos (⌘+8 for Mac) to display paragraph marks.

2. Click the paragraph symbol near table.

3. Choose Paragraph, then Indents, and Spacing.

4. Reduce spacing to zero.

If you can’t solve this problem by using this method, try this one:

1. Open the “Fonts” tab in the home section.

2, Press the “Ctrl+D” button combo and go to the “Effects” section.

3. Select the hidden box to hide your paragraph.

Our Final Thoughts

In summary, there are plenty of reasons to delete a page in word, and chances are that you’ll find yourself doing it once or twice while working on different documents. 

I hope you found this helpful guide. Ultimately, Once you’ve decided which method will work best for you, choose that method and follow the step-by-step guide!

Goodbye, unnecessary pages!

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