How to Disable Automatic Hyperlinks in Word
I don’t know about you, but I find it pretty frustrating when Word automatically inserts a hyperlink when I type a web address. I’d prefer to maintain the control of when and if I want a hyperlink! So, here you are, instructions on how to diable the Automatic Hyperlinks in Word 2003 and Word 2007.
Word 2003
- Click Tools
- Click AutoCorrect Options
- Click AutoFormat As You Type
- Uncheck “Internet and Network Paths”
Word 2007
- Click the Office Button
- Click Word Options
- Click Proofing from the left-hand pane
- Click AutoCorrect Options
- Click the AutoFormat As You Type tab
- Uncheck “Internet and network paths with hyperlinks”
- Click OK
- Click OK
And that should do it!
