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How to Create a Hyperlink on a Comment

Link to another web page or article within your report

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Written by Support Team
Updated over a week ago

In this article, we will cover everything you need to know about hyperlinks, from their definition to their usefulness, and even how to confidently use and preview them. Ready to become a hyperlink pro? Let's dive in together!


What is a Hyperlink?πŸ”—

Hyperlinks are utilized on websites as a means of navigating through online content. They can direct you to content within the same website or to external websites. There are various ways in which hyperlinks can be displayed, such as through images, icons, text, or other visible elements, and when clicked, they will redirect you to a designated URL.


Why should I use a Hyperlink?

There are certain situations where using a hyperlink can be helpful. In the next section, we will cover various scenarios when it is appropriate to utilize hyperlinks.

1. Provide more information for clients and agents.

If your clients are feeling overwhelmed or uncertain about the amount of information in the report, utilizing a hyperlink can be a helpful way to guide them to more in-depth details.

For instance, if they’re unsure about what is covered in a home inspection, you could consider linking them to this informative article that outlines all the important aspects. Not only will this clarify any confusion, but it will also provide them with a comprehensive understanding of what to expect during the home inspection process.

2. Simplify your report.

If you find your inspection report to be a bit lengthy, consider using hyperlinks to condense the report and make it more efficient.


How to Hyperlink

In this section, we will cover how to make a hyperlink in both the template editor and the report editor.

πŸ’‘Quick tip: Click on the video above to expand it in another window.

  1. Click into the Section.

  2. Click into the Item.

  3. Click on the comment you want to add the hyperlink to.

  4. Select the hyperlink icon

  5. Paste the URL for the hyperlink into the URL box.

  6. Add the text for your hyperlink.

    1. The "text" is what will appear on the comment.

  7. Click "Insert."
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🌟Tip: Check the box "Open in a new tab" to have the link open a new webpage instead of opening the link in the window they're already in!🌟


How to Preview Your Hyperlink

In this section, we will cover the process of previewing a hyperlink that you have inserted using the steps mentioned above.

πŸ’‘Quick tip: Click on the video above to expand it in another window.

  1. Click into the Section.

  2. Click on the Item.

  3. Open the Comment.

  4. Click on the hyperlinked text.

  5. Click the "Open Link" icon.


FAQ

  • Do you have resources I can use to hyperlink? Absolutely! You can use our articles, blog posts, and even our YouTube videos for hyperlinks.
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  • Where else can I add hyperlinks? Hyperlinks are commonly used in Automations, Actions, Standards of Practices, and external reviews!
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  • Can a PDF be turned into a hyperlink? Unfortunately, we can't perform this within Spectora. You would have to convert the PDF into a URL link. You can do this through a free converter or Adobe.
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