# Master Page

The Master page provides a simple way to lay out standard elements that should appear on every page. For example page numbers or copyright information.

To add elements to the master page:
- Select an element.
- Choose Arrange->Move Element to Master Page.

  The selected element is removed from the current page and added to the master page. It's appearance will not change but it will no longer be selectable and will appear on all your pages.

To edit elements on the master page:
- Choose Arrange->Edit Master Page.

  The user interface switches to editing the master page. You can confirm this in the Pages and Styles browser, the single page there now has the name "Master" and the Edit Master Page menu item now has a check against it.

- Add, edit or remove any elements to the master page.
- When you are finished, choose Arrange->Edit Master Page to return to the regular pages.

To hide master elements from a page:
- Open the Inspector, Window->New Inspector and choose the Page tab.
- Uncheck the Draw Master Page Elements box.

  The master page elements will disappear from the current page.