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How do I link text in Adobe Acrobat?

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You can link text in Adobe Acrobat using the hyperlink tool to create interactive documents. Here's how:

  1. Open the PDF: Open the PDF document you want to edit in Adobe Acrobat.

  2. Select the Edit PDF Tool: From the right pane, select "Edit PDF".

  3. Choose the Link Tool: In the Edit PDF toolbar, click "Link" then "Add/Edit Web or Document Link." Acrobat will then indicate the clickable link areas in your PDF.

  4. Draw the Link Rectangle: Drag a rectangle around the text you want to turn into a hyperlink. This area will become the clickable link.

  5. Create Link Dialogue Box: The "Create Link" dialog box will appear. Here, you'll define the link's behavior:

    • Link Appearance: Customize the appearance of the link (e.g., visible/invisible rectangle, highlight style).

    • Link Action: Specify the action that happens when someone clicks the link. The most common options are:

      • Go to a page view: Links to a specific page within the current document or another PDF.
      • Open a web page: Links to a URL on the internet.
      • Open a file: Links to another file on your computer or network.
      • Execute a JavaScript: For advanced actions, you can use JavaScript.

  6. Define the Link Destination:

    • If linking to a web page: Select "Open a web page" and enter the URL in the provided field.
    • If linking to a specific page: Select "Go to a page view." Navigate to the desired page within the PDF, adjust the zoom level, and click "Set Link."

  7. Test the Link: Exit the Edit PDF mode by clicking outside the editing tools. Click on the linked text to ensure it takes you to the correct destination.

  8. Save the Document: Save the PDF document to preserve your changes.

Example:

Let's say you want to link the text "Click here for more information" to Adobe's website.

  1. Open your PDF and go to the Edit PDF tool.
  2. Select the Link tool and draw a rectangle around "Click here for more information."
  3. In the Create Link dialog box, select "Open a web page."
  4. Enter https://www.adobe.com in the URL field.
  5. Click outside the editing tools and click the link to verify it works.
  6. Save your PDF.

By following these steps, you can easily create hyperlinks within your Adobe Acrobat documents, enhancing interactivity and navigation.

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