Are you looking to rename a link in a Google Docs document but don’t know how? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! Hypertext links are coordinates within a document that point to other locations on the web or within the document itself. When you click on one of these links, Google Docs opens the URL in a new tab or takes you to a specific location within the document. By following these steps, you’ll be able to rename any link in Google Docs with minimal effort.
Quick Guide: Rename a Link in Google Docs
- Click on the link
- Click on the “Pencil” icon
- Click on the “Text” field
- Rename the link
- Click “Apply”
How to Rename a Link in Google Docs?
Step 1: Click on the link
To get started, open your document and navigate to the link you want to rename. Once you’ve found the link, simply click on it to display the link options.
Step 2: Click on the “Pencil” icon
After clicking on the link, you’ll see the link options. You’ll see options to copy the link, edit the link, and delete the link, as well as a preview of the web page or document that the text is linked to. Since you want to rename the link, click on the “Pencil” icon. By clicking on the pencil icon, you’ll be able to rename the link and change the URL.
Step 3: Click on the “Text” field
Here, you’ll see three fields: the text field, the URL field, and the clickable URL. Click on the “Text” field.
Step 4: Rename the link
After clicking on the “Text” field, modify the text. Press the delete key to remove the text and start typing the new text.
Step 5: Click “Apply”
When you’re done renaming the link, simply click “Apply” for the changes to take effect.
How to Rename a Hypertext Link
To rename a hypertext link, right-click on the link and select “Edit link” or “Edit hyperlink”. In the text box, enter the new name for the hypertext link, then press “Apply” or “OK”.
How to Change the Name of a Google Drive Link
Unfortunately, Google Drive doesn’t have a feature that allows you to change the name of a link. However, you can shorten the Google Drive link using Bitly and then customize the link name.
How to Rename a Google Form Link
Google Forms doesn’t offer a feature to rename the name of a link. However, you can shorten the Google Form link using Bitly and then customize its name.
And there you have it! You now know how to rename a link in Google Docs and other Google services. Feel free to use this handy tip to organize your documents and make your links more clear. If you need more tips and tricks on Google Docs and other Google tools, be sure to check out my website Crawlan.com.
