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How do you change links?

Published in Hyperlink Editing 3 mins read

To change a hyperlink's address or displayed text, right-click on the link and select "Edit Hyperlink".

Here's a more detailed breakdown of how to change links, covering different contexts:

Changing a Hyperlink (General Method):

  1. Locate the Hyperlink: Find the hyperlink you want to modify within your document, email, website, or application.
  2. Right-Click: Right-click on the hyperlink. This typically opens a context menu.
  3. Select "Edit Hyperlink": Look for an option like "Edit Hyperlink," "Modify Hyperlink," or something similar in the menu. The exact wording may vary depending on the software you're using.
  4. Edit the Details: A dialog box will appear. This box usually allows you to:
    • Change the Text Displayed: Edit the text that is visible to the user. This is sometimes called the "Text to display" or "Display text" field.
    • Change the URL (Address): Edit the actual web address (URL) that the link points to. This is often labeled "Address" or "Link to."
  5. Confirm Changes: Click "OK" or "Apply" to save the changes.

Example Scenario: Microsoft Word

Let's say you have a link to www.example.com displayed as "Example Website" in a Word document, and you want to change the URL to www.newexample.com and the display text to "New Example Website."

  1. Right-click on the "Example Website" link.
  2. Select "Edit Hyperlink."
  3. In the "Text to display" field, change "Example Website" to "New Example Website."
  4. In the "Address" field, change www.example.com to www.newexample.com.
  5. Click "OK."

Now, the link will display as "New Example Website" and direct users to www.newexample.com.

Other Considerations:

  • Context Matters: The specific steps and options may vary slightly depending on the application you are using (e.g., Microsoft Word, Google Docs, HTML editor, email client).

  • HTML: If you are working with HTML code, you'll directly edit the <a> tag. For example:

    <a href="https://www.oldexample.com">Old Example</a>  <!-- Original link -->

<a href="https://www.newexample.com">New Example</a>  <!-- Modified link -->

  • CMS (Content Management Systems): If you are changing links within a website using a CMS like WordPress or Drupal, the editing process will be specific to that CMS's interface. Look for options to edit content and update the URL or display text of the link.

By following these steps, you can easily change the appearance and destination of hyperlinks in various applications and environments.

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