The Ultimate Guide to PDF Bookmarking for Easy Navigation

Bookmarks are essential for navigating large PDF files by segmenting different parts according to importance.

If you are an academic or simply need to keep a placeholder in your document, simply use PDF Reader Pro's Bookmark feature to save your last location. 

Theodore Cipolla

Blog Author - B2B SaaS Content Marketer

Theodore is a B2B SaaS Content Marketer with over ten years of experience. He is passionate about helping professionals appreciate the value of tools quickly.

How to Bookmark PDFs for Windows

Bookmarking PDFs in PDF Reader Pro's Windows version is straightforward.

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Step 1: Click the "Tools" Feature

Select the "Bookmark" icon to continue. 

Step 2: Ensure You Are on the Correct Page

From here you can click "Create" to make your bookmark.

Step 3: Manage or jump to your bookmarked pages

Consult the "Bookmark" menu.

Now, you can easily jump between your bookmarks and never lose your place again.

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How to Bookmark PDFs for Mac

Find out how to bookmark your progress in PDF Reader Pro's Mac version below.

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Step 1: Click on the "Bookmarks" Menu

Then, choose "Add Bookmark" from the options.

Step 2: Name your Bookmark

From here you can choose which menu you would like to add it to and finish by clicking "OK".

A Mini Guide to Book Annotation

If you are interested in bookmarking, you may also like to learn about annotation.

Follow our mini guide below or get the full detailed steps to highlighting and marking your document in our guide to annotation. 

1. Develop a System

Create a consistent annotation system that works for you. Here are some popular methods:



2. Read Actively

As you read, keep your tools handy, and remember to stop occasionally to think about what you’ve read.

3. Create a Summary After Reading

Once you've finished the book, write a brief summary of your annotations. This can include:

Are you more confident now in using our bookmarking tool? You can also check out our other resources for academics, plus more guides on how to conduct annotation.