To begin configuring either the Header or Footer Region, select one of these options from the drop menu at the top of the Regions Menu.

 

Figure 1: The Header or Footer region options as available in the New Layout Dialog.

Visibility

You have the option to check the Visible check box to make the Header or Footer visible or hidden in the output.

 

Margins

Specify an Extent by manually adding the value and measurement unit in the provided box. The Extent is the measurement for how far your Header or Footer will extend from the edge of the page or from where your Page Margin ends if applied. By default, the extent is set to .7 inches.

 

For Headers and Footers, you have the option to check the box for Precedence. This option will enable the Header or Footer to overlap consuming space over the left and right side regions.

 

Padding

You should consider Padding for your region. Padding is the actual distance from the start of your region and where the content will start within. For adjustments to Padding, you will simply need to type your value and measurement unit in the provided boxes as desired.

 

Content

Make modifications related to the way your content will be displayed in the Header or Footer by using the Content Properties Group. You can modify the content Orientation or change the Vertical Alignment by selecting the options present in the drop down menu.

 

Borders and Background

To apply Borders to your selected region, select the Borders and Background button. From the Boarders and Background Dialog select the Boarders menu. The following options are able to be adjusted to meet your needs:

 

 

You should notice that the preview image adjusts to match the sections that have been made.

 

Now, should focus on adjusting any properties for your region background. From the Boarders and Background Dialog select the Background menu. The following options are able to be adjusted to meet your needs: