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In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to hyperlink text in Microsoft Word, which is helpful if you want to add links to text without disrupting the document’s flow. By hyperlinking text, readers can click on linked words and be taken directly to the intended website.
How to Hyperlink Text in Word
If you’re wondering, “How do you hyperlink text in Word?” it’s straightforward—just follow these steps:
- Write your text just like you normally would.
- Select the text you want the user to be able to click – usually no more than a word or two.
- Right click and choose “Hyperlink…”
- In the edit box, type the website you want to link to, starting either with “www.” Or “http://” (without the quotation marks).
- Click “OK,” and your text will now be hyperlinked.
Editing a Hyperlink in Word
If you need to change or update your hyperlink, simply:
- Select the hyperlinked text.
- Right-click and select “Edit Hyperlink…” to update the link URL.
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Common Questions About Hyperlinking Text in Word
What is a Hyperlink in MS Word?
A hyperlink in MS Word allows you to link to a web page or another document, adding interactivity to your Word file. This feature is widely used for linking text to references, online sources, or related materials without cluttering the document.
What is the Shortcut for Hyperlink in Word?
In Word, you can quickly open the “Hyperlink” dialog using the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + K. This shortcut saves time, making it easy to hyperlink text with just a few keystrokes.
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How to Open Hyperlinks in Word Safely
If you’re wondering how to open hyperlinks in Word documents, you can simply click on the link while holding the “Ctrl” key. This ensures the link opens in your default browser without accidentally altering the document.
Do you often use hyperlinks in Word documents? What’s your favorite Microsoft Word feature? Let us know in the comments! This concludes our tip-of-the-week on hyperlinking text in Word—stay tuned for more.
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