Word: Deactivate automatic hyperlinks - so it'll work
In this tip, we explain how to disable automatic hyperlinks in Word.
Deactivate automatic hyperlinks in Word: Change AutoCorrect options
Word instantly converts entered links into hyperlinks. We will show you how to deactivate this function here.
- In Word, click the Office icon in the top left corner and select the "Word Options".
- At this point, click on the "Document Review" tab and then on the "AutoCorrect Options" button.
- Select the "AutoFormat while typing" tab and deactivate the option "Internet and network paths through hyperlinks".
- Confirm the change with "OK" and back in the Word options again with "OK".
This practical tip was tested with Word 2007. Read another practical tip on how to insert special characters and symbols in Word.