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How do I copy a download link?

Published in Copying Links 2 mins read

Copying a download link is straightforward and can be done in a few different ways, depending on where you're trying to copy the link from. Here's how:

Steps to Copy a Download Link

You can copy a download link using either your mouse and keyboard shortcuts.

  1. Locate the Download Link: Find the specific link you want to copy. This could be a button, text, or an image that initiates a download.

  2. Select the Link:

    • Clicking Method: Click twice (or, sometimes, three times) on the link to select it.
    • Highlighting Method: Hover your mouse over the link to highlight it.
  3. Copy the Link: You have a couple of options here:

    • Right-Click Method:

      1. Right-click on the selected (or highlighted) link.
      2. From the context menu that appears, select "Copy Link" (the exact wording may vary slightly depending on your browser, such as "Copy Link Address," "Copy URL," etc.).
    • Keyboard Shortcut Method:

      1. Press Control + C (on Windows) or Command + C (on Mac) while the link is selected or highlighted.
  4. Paste the Link:

    • Go to where you want to paste the link (e.g., an email, a document, a text message).
    • Right-Click Method:
      1. Right-click in the desired location.
      2. Choose the "Paste" option from the context menu.
    • Keyboard Shortcut Method:
      1. Press Control + V (on Windows) or Command + V (on Mac) to paste the link.

Summary Table

Step Action Mouse Method Keyboard Shortcut
1 Locate the download link Find the button/text/image Find the button/text/image
2 Select the Link Double/Triple Click or Hover Double/Triple Click or Hover
3 Copy the Link Right-click -> "Copy Link" Ctrl/Cmd + C
4 Paste the Link Right-click -> "Paste" Ctrl/Cmd + V

By following these steps, you can easily copy and paste download links wherever you need them.

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