How to Use Search and Navigate in the Document Viewer
The document viewer in leafplanner includes powerful search and navigation tools to help you quickly locate the information you need—whether reviewing complex estate documents, legal agreements, or family governance frameworks.
Why It Matters
Long documents can be difficult to work through manually. With built-in search and navigation tools, you can instantly pinpoint key terms, phrases, or sections—saving time and enabling more focused, efficient review.
Using the Search Tool
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Open Your Document
Navigate to your desired document in leafplanner and open it in the viewer. -
Activate Search
Click the search icon (represented by a magnifying glass) in the toolbar. -
Enter a Keyword or Phrase
Type any word or phrase into the search bar. Results will appear in a sidebar or overlay, showing every instance of your term in the document. -
Navigate Results
Click any result to jump directly to that location within the document. The term will be highlighted for easy visibility.
Advanced Search Tips
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Use exact phrases in quotes to narrow results (e.g.,
"distribution provisions"
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Try searching family names, legal terms, or dates for quick verification.
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Combine with annotation tools to highlight search results for future reference.
Navigating Through Documents
In addition to keyword search, the viewer offers tools for easy document navigation:
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Thumbnails Panel
Open the thumbnail view to quickly scroll through pages visually—helpful for jumping to diagrams, signatures, or structured sections. -
Bookmarks / Outline
If a document contains bookmarks or a table of contents, use the outline panel to jump directly to major sections like “Trust Provisions,” “Schedule A,” or “Appendices.” -
Page Number Navigation
Use the page number field at the bottom or top of the viewer to go directly to a known page.
When to Use Search and Navigate
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Verifying specific terms in legal documents
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Locating key provisions across multi-page agreements
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Preparing for meetings by jumping directly to relevant sections
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Following along during collaborative review sessions
The search and navigation capabilities built into your leafplanner document viewer are designed to bring clarity and control to even the most complex materials—helping you and your family engage with confidence and precision.
If you'd like additional tips or a personal walkthrough, our team is ready to assist.