excel number of pages

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It sounds like you're experiencing an issue with the page numbering feature in Excel headers. This could be due to various factors, including formatting settings, printing options, or specific Excel version behaviors. Here are some troubleshooting steps you can take to address the problem:

1. Check Print Preview: Sometimes, the page numbering might not display correctly within the Excel program itself, but it could appear correctly in the print preview or when you actually print the document. Ensure you've checked the print preview or printed the document to see if the page numbers show up as expected.

2. Try Different Header/Footer Sections: Excel allows you to have different headers and footers for odd and even pages, as well as the first page. Make sure you're editing the correct section where you want the page numbers to appear.

3. Use &[Pages] instead of &[Page]: Instead of using &[page], try using &[Pages] in the header/footer. The &[Pages] code should display the total number of pages correctly.

4. Clear Header/Footer and Reapply: Clear any existing header or footer text and reapply the &[Pages] code to see if it resolves the issue.

5. Check Page Setup Settings: Make sure your page setup settings are configured correctly. Go to the "Page Layout" tab, click on "Page Setup" in the Page Setup group, and check settings related to margins, orientation, and scaling.

6. Update Excel: If you're using an older version of Excel, consider updating to a more recent version to ensure compatibility with the latest features and fixes.

7. Try in a New Workbook: Create a new Excel workbook and test whether the page numbering works correctly in the header. This can help determine if the issue is specific to your current workbook.

8. Check for Updates: Make sure you have the latest updates and patches installed for your version of Excel. Sometimes, issues can be resolved through updates.

9. Repair Office Installation: If the issue persists, you might consider repairing your Microsoft Office installation through the Control Panel or equivalent settings on your operating system.

If you've tried these steps and the issue still persists, it might be helpful to provide more specific information about your Excel version, operating system, and any relevant settings or configurations you've applied. This could assist in diagnosing the problem more accurately. Additionally, you could reach out to Microsoft support or relevant online forums for further assistance.