Word 365 (I): Sesión 7.7 - Crear Hipervínculo a Archivo Existente

How to Create Hyperlinks in Word Documents

Introduction to Hyperlinks

• In Microsoft Word, users can create hyperlinks to various external documents, including Office files, images, videos, and PDFs.

Inserting a Hyperlink

• To insert a hyperlink, position the cursor where you want the link or select the text/image that will serve as the hyperlink.

• Right-click on the selected text or image and choose "Link," or access it through the "Insert" tab under the "Links" group.

Linking to Existing Files

• In the Insert Hyperlink dialog box, ensure "Existing File or Web Page" is selected by default.

• Use the dropdown list to select the drive containing your desired file; navigate through folders until you find your target document.

Selecting Files and Folders

• Users can also link directly to a folder by selecting "Current Folder," allowing them to view all contents within that directory.

• If unsure of a file's exact path, use Word’s interface similar to File Explorer for easy navigation and selection of files.

Finalizing Your Hyperlink

• After selecting an Excel file (for example), click "OK" to finalize. The linked text will change color and become underlined.

• To test the hyperlink, hold down 'Control' while hovering over it; clicking will open the linked Excel file displaying relevant data.

Importance of Hyperlinks in Digital Documents

• Hyperlinks are particularly useful when documents are intended for electronic reading on devices like computers and tablets.