How can I use named ranges for links in Google Sheets?

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I’m working with Google Sheets and typically link one worksheet to another by using a URL format like this:

https://url_to_your_sheet_and_sheets_ID&range=K1

After clicking the link, I am taken to the appropriate cell without issues. However, I want to incorporate named ranges instead of cell references. For instance, if I name cell K1 as ‘TestCell’ and use it in the link like this:

https://url_to_your_sheet&range=TestCell

I find that I am not redirected to the named cell. What steps can I take to fix this?

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I’ve faced a similar issue before, and what worked for me was ensuring the named range was correctly set up in Google Sheets. Once you’ve confirmed that ‘TestCell’ is properly named, make sure you are using the exact URL format supported by Google Sheets for named ranges. Try using this format: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/[sheetID]/edit#range=TestCell. The secret is in ensuring the format aligns with Google Sheets’ backend requirements for linking named ranges. Also, double check that the named range is shared publicly or with the right permissions if you’re sharing it outside your personal use.