How to Use WPS Hyperlink on Windows

Use WPS Hyperlink with 2 how-to topics, both available directly in a spreadsheet, and follow the index to complete each task step by step.

How-to Index

How-to Guide

1. Insert a Hyperlink

Entry point: Insert tab → Hyperlink

1. Select the cell where you want to add a hyperlink.
2. Click Hyperlink on the Insert tab, or press Ctrl+K.
3. In the dialog box, choose the link type you need.
4. Enter a web URL, file path, cell reference, email address, or choose a WPS Cloud Documents link as needed.
5. Click OK to finish. This is the basic workflow for users searching how to insert hyperlink in spreadsheet cells.

Success Criteria

• The cell shows clickable link text or an address.
• Clicking the link opens the related webpage, file, mail app, or target location based on the link type.

Tips While Using

• Check the target carefully when entering a web address or file path.
• If the target is an external file or webpage, system permissions or network status may affect access.

2. Edit or Remove a Hyperlink

Entry point: Right-click menu → Edit Hyperlink / Remove Link

1. Right-click the cell that already contains a hyperlink.
2. Select Edit Hyperlink to change the target or displayed content.
3. Select Remove Link to delete the hyperlink while keeping the displayed text.
4. Confirm the result after the change is complete.

Success Criteria

• After editing, the hyperlink opens the new target.
• After removal, the text remains in the cell but no longer jumps anywhere.

Tips While Using

• Before removing a link, confirm whether the original destination is still needed.
• If the worksheet is shared with others, test the updated link again to avoid sending people to the wrong address.