How can i have page numbers before i compile?

[kewms]

@seedypoet

I’ve been using scrivener since the first windows version came out. I don’t use it exclusively, however, because about 80% of everything I do can’t be done on Scrivener, at least effectively and quickly. I mostly work with WordPerfect because of the strength of it s macros and control over formatting, InDesign, and CorelDRaw. But I keep checking back to see what I can do on Scrivener that may move me closer to using it exclusively on some projects.

Scrivener does not attempt to compete with InDesign or CorelDraw. It also has a somewhat different emphasis from conventional word processors like Word and WordPerfect.

We wish all writers success in their endeavors, whether they choose to use Scrivener or not.

Katherine

[kewms]

@seedypoet

As I’ve mentioned, I’m a long-time WordPerfect user. See image attached. There is a page number.

Oh, that’s what you’re talking about?

Just turn on Page View. View → Text Editing → Show Page View.

Katherine

[kewms]

@seedypoet

That also makes very little sense, AmberV. At no time whatsoever do I even come close to suggesting that everyone is like me. Also, the idea that the Scrivener developers are only targeting a specific demographic that doesn’t include me is utterly ridiculous. How could such a business model be sustainable? You do realize they are in the business to make money, right? Otherwise, it would be open source. That means their software must appeal to at least a sizeable number of people in their particular market. They want as many people to buy it as possible. That means appealing to a broad spectrum of consumers.

Ioa is L&L’s head of support. I think he’s pretty familiar with the company’s goals.

Every business targets a specific demographic. That demographic could be quite large (“Index the world’s information” – Google) or quite small (“best tacos in north Seattle”), but a business that doesn’t understand what market it’s trying to serve is probably doomed. Scrivener is not trying to serve users who like the Word/WordPerfect way of doing things.

Katherine