Delete multiple specific pages in a Word (Complete Step-by-Step Guide)

Deleting a single page in Microsoft Word is straightforward, but removing multiple, non-consecutive pages or specific ranges can be tricky. Whether you're finalizing a report, cleaning up a manuscript, or preparing a document for print, this guide provides step-by-step methods to efficiently delete specific pages.

Delete specific pages in Word

• Delete a range of pages (5-10) with Go To feature
• Delete multiple specific pages (1,3,5,8) with VBA code
• Delete a range of pages or specific pages (2,5-10,15) with Kutools

Delete blank pages in Word

• Delete blank pages one by one
• Delete all blank pages at once with Kutools

Best Practice Tips (To Avoid Accidental Deletion)

Conclusion

Delete specific pages in Word

Word doesn’t provide a single built-in command to remove selected pages, so whether you need to delete a continuous page range or remove multiple non-adjacent pages, the following sections walk you through several reliable solutions to help you safely and efficiently remove exactly the pages you don’t need.

Delete a range of pages (5-10) with Go To feature

If you need to remove a large chunk of consecutive content, the Go To feature is the most precise method. It ensures you select every character from the start of the first page to the very end of the last.

1. Press Ctrl + G to open the Find and Replace dialog. In the Enter page number box, type the number of the first page you want to delete (e.g., 5) and hit Enter.
   
2. Close the dialog. Your cursor is now at the start of page 5.
3. Press F8 to turn on Extend Mode. This pins your cursor, telling Word that everything from this point forward should be selected.
4. Press Ctrl + G again. To ensure you capture the entire last page, type the page number immediately following your range (e.g., if you want through page 10, type 11). Hit Enter, Word will instantly highlight every character, image, and table between those two points.
   
5. Close the dialog box. Then, press Delete to remove the selected pages at once.

Delete multiple specific pages (1,3,5,8) with VBA code

Word doesn't have a Select Pages tool for non-consecutive pages. To do this quickly without manual scrolling, you can use a simple VBA Macro.

1. Hold down Alt + F11 to open the Microsoft Visual Basic for Applications window.
2. Click Insert > Module, and paste the following VBA code into the Module window:

   Sub DeletePagesInDoc()
       Dim xRange As Range
       Dim xPage As String
       Dim xDoc As Document
       Dim xArr
       Dim I, xSplitCount As Long
       Application.ScreenUpdating = False
       Set xDoc = ActiveDocument
       xPage = InputBox("Enter the page numbers of pages to be deleted: " & vbNewLine & _
               "use comma to separate numbers", "KuTools for Word", "")
       xArr = Split(xPage, ",")
       xPageCount = UBound(xArr)
       For I = xPageCount To 0 Step -1
           Selection.GoTo wdGoToPage, wdGoToAbsolute, xArr(I)
           xDoc.Bookmarks("\Page").Range.Delete
       Next
       Application.ScreenUpdating = True
   End Sub

3. Press F5 to run the code. A prompt box will appear asking you to enter the page numbers you want to delete. Separate the page numbers with commas. See screenshot:
   
4. Click the OK button, and all the specified pages will be deleted instantly.

Delete a range of pages or specific pages (2,5-10,15) with Kutools

When you need to delete multiple pages in different positions, built-in Word tools can be slow and error-prone. Kutools for Word offers a simple page-removal feature that lets you specify page numbers such as 2, 5–10, 15 in one dialog—no manual selection or VBA required. With just a few clicks, you can safely and efficiently remove exactly the pages you don’t need.

1. Click Kutools Plus > Delete Page > Delete Specified Page, see screenshot:
   
2. In the dialog box, enter the page numbers or page ranges you want to delete, using commas to separate them.
   • Specific Pages: Type numbers separated by commas (2, 15).
   • Range of Pages: Enter the start and end (5-10).
   • Combination: Enter both into the selection field (2, 5-10, 15).
     
3. Then, click OK, the specified page will be deleted immediately. A dialog box will then appear confirming the deletion.
   

Delete blank pages in Word

Blank pages often appear unexpectedly in Word documents—at the end of a file or between sections—and are usually caused by hidden formatting marks like extra paragraph marks or page breaks. Depending on your document, you can remove blank pages manually or delete all of them at once using a faster method. The following sections show you practical ways to clean up blank pages and keep your document neat and professional.

Delete blank pages one by one

1. First, you need a visual map of your document to find exactly where those empty pages are hiding. Go to the View tab on the Ribbon and check the Navigation Pane box in the Show group.
   
2. Click the Pages tab within the Navigation pane. You will see a list of all pages; click on the blank page you wish to remove to jump directly to it.
   

Once your cursor is resting on the blank page, use this specialized command to highlight every invisible character on that specific page.

1. Press Ctrl + G on your keyboard to open the Find and Replace dialog box. In the Go To tab, ensure Page is selected in the Go to what list. In the Enter page number text box, type: \page. At last, click the Go To button. See screenshot:
   
2. You will notice the entire blank page (including all hidden paragraph marks) is now highlighted. Close the dialog box.

With the content still highlighted in your document, simply press the Backspace or Delete key.

The blank page will vanish immediately, and the subsequent content will shift up to fill the gap. You can repeat this process for any other specific blank pages identified in your Navigation Pane.

Delete all blank pages at once with Kutools

When a document contains multiple blank pages, removing them one by one can be tedious and easy to get wrong. Kutools for Word offers a one-click solution that automatically finds and deletes all blank pages in your document—no need to inspect formatting marks or hunt for hidden breaks. With Kutools, the process is faster, safer, and more reliable, making it especially useful for long or complex documents where manual cleanup would take far too much time.

1. After installing Kutools for Word, click Kutools Plus > Delete Page > Delete All Blank Pages, see screenshot:
   
2. A prompt box will appear, showing how many blank pages have been deleted.
   

Best Practice Tips (To Avoid Accidental Deletion)

Conclusion

Deleting multiple specific pages in Word doesn't have to be a tedious, page-by-page chore.

• For consecutive ranges, the native Go To (Ctrl+G) method is quick and effective.
• For complex, scattered page deletion, a VBA macro provides a powerful automated solution.
• If you frequently manage large documents, investing in a tool like Kutools for Word can save significant time and effort.

Whichever method you choose, following the best practice tips—especially saving a backup and showing formatting marks—will ensure you delete exactly what you intend to, keeping your document clean and error-free.