Definitions for "Drop Folio"
In book typography, page number, or folio, that is printed at the bottom of a page. Also known as a foot folio.
A page number, or folio, that is placed at the foot of the page. It is often used on opening pages, on which a folio in the normal position would detract from the aesthetic appeal of the page.
folio (page number) dropped to the foot of the page when the folios on other pages are carried at the top. Drop folios are often used on chapter openings.