Comprehensive Guide to Using Anchors in EPUB Documents

Linking Content with Anchors in Authoring Studio

Anchor, in EPUB Documents

An anchor is a specific spot in your EPUB content, like a paragraph or word, that you can link to. It's used for internal links in the document.
An anchor link is a hyperlink that takes you directly to an anchor point in the EPUB. It's useful for quickly moving to different parts of the book, like in a table of contents or footnotes.

Creating an Anchor

1. Choose where to put the anchor in your document.



2. Go to the Insert menu at the top left of the chapter editor.



3. Select Insert Anchor from the options.



4. Name your anchor in the window that opens.

5. Click the Insert Anchor button. An anchor symbol will appear next to the chosen word.

Linking to an Anchor

1. Select the text you want to link to the anchor.



2. Click Insert Link in the toolbar to open the link tool.



3. Choose Link to Existing Anchor and select your anchor.

4. Click Insert Link to create the hyperlink.

Editing or Deleting an Anchor

  1. To Modify an Anchor, click its icon and edit the name in the Title field. Save by clicking Edit.





  1. To Delete an Anchor, choose Delete Anchor.

FAQ(s)

1. What is an anchor in an EPUB document?
An anchor is a specific point within an EPUB content, such as a paragraph or word, which serves as a reference point. It's primarily used for creating internal links within the document.

2. What is an anchor link?
An anchor link is a type of hyperlink that navigates directly to an anchor point within the EPUB content. It's particularly useful for quick navigation within the book, like accessing a table of contents or footnotes.

3. How can I create an anchor in my EPUB document?
Here's a step-by-step guide:
  1. Choose Location: Decide where in your document you want to place the anchor.
  2. Insert Anchor: Go to the Insert menu in the chapter editor.
  3. Select Option: Choose "Insert Anchor" from the options provided.
  4. Name Anchor: Assign a name to your anchor in the window that appears.
  5. Insert Anchor: Click the "Insert Anchor" button to finalize. An anchor symbol will appear near your chosen word or phrase.
4. How do I link to an anchor within my EPUB document?
Follow these steps:
  1. Select Text: Highlight the text you want to link to the anchor.
  2. Insert Link: Click "Insert Link" in the toolbar to open the link tool.
  3. Choose Anchor: Select "Link to Existing Anchor" and pick your desired anchor.
  4. Insert Link: Click "Insert Link" to create the hyperlink to the anchor.
5. Can I edit or remove an anchor in my EPUB document?
Yes, you can modify or delete an anchor:
  1. Edit Anchor: Click on the anchor icon, edit the name in the Title field, and save changes by clicking "Edit."
  2. Delete Anchor: To remove an anchor, select the anchor and choose the "Delete Anchor" option.