How can I pre-populate html form input fields from url parameters?

Question

I have a vanilla html page which has a form in it. A requirement has come in to be able to pre-populate the form via the url. Something like:

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Answer 1

Are you using PHP? If so, that makes things much easier. Assuming your link as above, you can use:

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That should pre-populate for you.