OpenOffice: Link text fields - how it works

In this practical tip, we explain step by step how to link text fields in OpenOffice.

OpenOffice Writer: How to link text fields

1. In the OpenOffice Writer, go to "Insert" in the menu bar and then to "Area".
2. In the new dialog, click on "Insert" and enter your desired text.
3. If you would like to link this text field to another, click "Insert" in the menu bar and then "Area".
4. At this point, select the text field you want to link from the list on the left.
5. Place a checkmark next to "Link" and enter the other text field under "Area".

• Note: You must of course have created the required text fields / areas beforehand.