Set Microsoft Word links to open in new window/tab

Hyperlinks in a Word document offer a convenient way to jump out to the Web. Make them even handier by setting them up to open in a separate window.
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Add hyperlinks that open in a new window

1. Select the field code.
2. Press CTRL + F9.
3. Click in the code.
4. Press F9.

1. How do you make sure a link opens in a new window?
2. How do I set links to open in a new tab by default?
3. Why do some sites not let you open links in new tabs?
4. Should links open in a new tab?
5. Why do links open in a new window?
6. What does it mean to open link in new tab?
7. How do I stop Chrome to open links in a new tab automatically?
8. How do I get links to open automatically in Chrome?
9. How do I open a new tab without opening a window?
10. What is the difference between opening a new tab and opening a new window?

How do you make sure a link opens in a new window?

HTML link in a new window

1. Open a link in a new window or tab. In order to open a link in a new window / tab, add target="_blank" inside the <a> tag: ...
2. New window or new tab. You can't set whether the link will be opened in a new window or new tab. ...
3. Open a link in a new window with specified size.

How do I set links to open in a new tab by default?

Ctrl+Shift + Click also works. Both combos open the link in a new tab, and focus the new tab.

Why do some sites not let you open links in new tabs?

By forcing users to not be able to open into another window or tab, you keep the user on your platform for longer, which in turn allows that specific company to have the potential to generate more revenue due to one spending more time on that specific platform.

Should links open in a new tab?

For the most part, always open links in the same browser tab or window. However, if you hypothesize that opening a new tab or window may help users in their task, don't base this decision on the type of link or content alone.

Why do links open in a new window?

Why Open Links in a New Window? The main reason is simple: you want people to stay on your website. If a user clicks a link on your website and is taken off your site, there's not a great chance they'll take the time to navigate back. Sure, they may hit the Back button in their browser or retype your URL.

What does it mean to open link in new tab?

Opening an external link in a new tab allows users to explore the other site as much as they want without having to hit the back button again and again to go back to your site. All they need to do is click the tab your site is on.

How do I stop Chrome to open links in a new tab automatically?

How do I stop Google Chrome from opening new tabs?

1. Adjusting Chrome from Google Account Settings. ...
2. Remove plugins as well as extensions. ...
3. Disable apps running in the background. ...
4. Reinstall Google Chrome. ...
5. Test out for Malware. ...
6. Modify how to display your search results. ...
7. Test for suspicious files on Chrome.

How do I get links to open automatically in Chrome?

If you make Chrome your default browser, any links you click will open automatically in Chrome.
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1. On your computer, click the Start menu .
2. Click Control Panel.
3. Click Programs Default Programs. Set your default programs.
4. On the left, select Google Chrome.
5. Click Set this program as default.
6. Click OK.

How do I open a new tab without opening a window?

Changing Your Browser Settings For New Windows

1. Click on Tools and select Options... from the menu.
2. Select the Tabs tab and check the option Open new windows in a new tab instead to open new windows in a new tab. Uncheck it to have windows open in a new window.

What is the difference between opening a new tab and opening a new window?

Opening a new tab means to create a tab in the same window. While opening a new means to open a separate window which is different from your current windows. ... Also opening a new window takes up more ram as compared to opening a new window.