Is it possible to link to a bookmark within a PDF using URL parameters?

Question

When providing a link to a PDF file on a website, is it possible to include information in the URL (request parameters) which will make the PDF browser plugin (if used) jump

Answer 1

Yes, you can link to specific pages by number or named locations and that will always work if the user's browser uses Adobe Reader as plugin for viewing PDF files.

For a specific page by number:

Link text

For a named location (destination):

Link text

To create destinations within a PDF with Acrobat:

1. Manually navigate through the PDF for the desired location
2. Go to View > Navigation Tabs > Destinations
3. Under Options, choose Scan Document
4. Once this is completed, select New Destination from the Options menu and enter an appropriate name