How to Hyperlink Multiple Cells in Excel (3 Ways)

In this article, we will describe how to hyperlink multiple cells in Excel using 3 different methods. We’ll use the following sample dataset containing Excel-related topics and web addresses to demonstrate our methods.

How to hyperlink multiple cells in excel


 

Method 1 – Hyperlink Multiple Cells Using the Hyperlink Function

Using the HYPERLINK function we can easily create hyperlinks in Excel. Our dataset contains lengthy web addresses, so let’s link the addresses according to their topic name.

Steps:

  • Enter the following formula in Cell D5:
=HYPERLINK(C5,B5)

How to hyperlink multiple cell in excel using Hyperlink Function

  • Press ENTER.

How to hyperlink multiple cell in excel using Hyperlink Function

  • Drag down the Fill Handle to AutoFill rest of the series.

How to hyperlink multiple cell in excel using Hyperlink Function

Hyperlinks are created for all the web links using their topic names as titles.

Read More: How to Create a Hyperlink in Excel


Method 2 – Hyperlink Links, Files, and Addresses in Excel

In addition to websites, we can also create hyperlinks for files and cells in Excel.

Steps:

  • Click on cell C5 and press CTRL+K, or go to INSERT > Hyperlink.

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  • Select any file, image, existing Excel file, Powerpoint etc. in the dialog box.

How to hyperlink multiple cell in excel using shortcut

Here, we have selected an Excel file and renamed it in the Text to display box.

  • Click OK.

. A hyperlink to the file is created. Clicking this link will automatically open the linked file.

  • To create web links, press CTRL+K and do the following:

How to hyperlink multiple cell in excel using shortcut

Here, we have created a link for our website exceldemy.com.

  • To link to a cell in Excel, do the following after pressing CTRL+K:

The cell will look like the following image.

How to hyperlink multiple cells in excel by shortcut

Now, we will create a hyperlink for different sheets. Suppose, we want to create a hyperlink that will take us to the location of topics in our Excel sheet.

  • Press CTRL+K and do the following:

How to hyperlink multiple cell in excel using shortcut for rancom cells

Here, we selected the Sample Dataset sheet. Our dataset will look like the following image:

How to hyperlink multiple cells in excel by shortcut

Clicking on this hyperlink will take us to the topic name range in our dataset in the active workbook file.

Read More: Excel Hyperlink with Shortcut Key


Method 3 – Creating a Hyperlink for a Cell Range Using Name Range

Here, we will apply Defined Names to create hyperlinks.

Steps:

  • Select the range to be hyperlinked and go to Formulas > Defined Names.

How to hyperlink multiple cells in excel by defined name

The New Name dialog box will pop up with the selected range pre-selected.

  • Define the range name and click OK.

  • Select the cell where the hyperlink will be inserted and press CTRL+K.

  • Select the name we just defined.

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  • Click OK to return the following result:

How to hyperlink multiple cells in excel

If you click the link, it will take you to the location where the multiple cells are hyperlinked.

Read More: How to Hyperlink to Cell in Excel


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Mahbubur Rahman
Mahbubur Rahman

MAHBUBUR RAHMAN is a leather engineer with a talent for Excel and a passion for VBA programming. To him, programming is like a time-saving wizard, making data manipulation, file handling, and internet interactions a breeze. His skill set extends to SPSS, STATA, Deep Neural Networks, and Machine Learning. Holding a B.Sc in Leather Engineering from Khulna University of Engineering & Technology, he's shifted to become a content developer. In this role, he crafts technical content centred around Excel... Read Full Bio

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