Word error: bookmark not defined - you can do that
If you work with cross-references in Word, the error "Bookmark not defined" may occur. In this practical tip, we will show you how to deal with the problem.
You can do this if the bookmark is not defined in Word
If Word gives you the error "Bookmark not defined", you have probably removed or edited a passage that was anchored to the bookmark. How to solve the problem:
- This error often occurs in connection with the table of contents of the document.
- Try to update the directory by right-clicking on it and selecting the "Update Directory" option.
- You can also try to restore the text by pressing [CTRL] + Z after you see the error.
- Alternatively, it can also help if you convert the table of contents or the incorrect text into static texts.
- To do this, select the text or the directory and press the key combination [CTRL] + [SHIFT] + [F9].
- In order to be able to quickly locate faulty bookmarks, you should make them visible. We will show you how to do this below.
Word: Make bookmarks visible and track them down
- In Word, click on "File" in the top left and select "Options".
- Select the "Advanced" option on the left and view the other options.
- Now scroll down a bit until you reach the "Show document content" area.
- Place a checkmark next to "Show bookmarks" and save with "OK".
- Faulty bookmarks are now shown with a square bracket ([).