Word Insert Hyperlink Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web

Adds a link to the selected text. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Word, plus other ways to do it.

Quick Answer

Windows
Ctrl+K
Mac
Cmd+K
Web
Ctrl+K
Word

Insert Hyperlink

Windows
Ctrl+K

Adds a link to the selected text.

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How to insert hyperlink in Word with the keyboard

  1. Open Word and go to where you want to insert hyperlink.
  2. Press Ctrl + K on Windows or Cmd + K on Mac.

Word Insert Hyperlink Shortcut for Windows

Press Ctrl + K.

Word Insert Hyperlink Shortcut for Mac

Press Cmd + K.

Word Insert Hyperlink Shortcut for Word Web

Press Ctrl + K.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Word insert hyperlink shortcut?

On Windows, press Ctrl + K. On a Mac, press Cmd + K.

Is there a Mac shortcut to insert hyperlink in Word?

Yes: Cmd + K.

Does it work in Word for the web?

Yes: Ctrl + K.

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