Excel: Create a hyperlink to a file

In this practical tip, we will show you how to create a hyperlink to a file in Excel.

Excel: create hyperlink to file - how it works

• Open your document in Excel.
• Right-click on the field that should have the link.
• Select "Hyperlink"
• In the following window, click on "File or Website" in the left bar and select the appropriate file in the selection window.
• Confirm with "OK" to include the hyperlink to the file.

These instructions refer to Microsoft Excel 2010. If the menu bar has disappeared, the next practical tip will help you out.