How to Convert Word to PDF With Embedded Links

Microsoft Word 2010 can insert embedded hyperlinks and convert your Word document to a PDF. PDF refers to Portable Document Format. A PDF maintains the file's format and content, which cannot be easily changed. This small file can insert into an Office document or attach to an email message. Your readers can view the PDF and click the hyperlinks to open the files or Web pages you selected for further reading.

Instructions

Inserting an Embedded Hyperlink

1. Open the Word 2010 document.

2. Click the text that will contain the embedded hyperlink.

3. Click the "Insert" tab on the command Ribbon.

4. Click the "Hyperlink" button in the "Links" group. A dialog box entitled "Insert Hyperlink" opens.

5. Select a saved file from the "Look in" list. You can opt to copy and paste a Web page in the "Address" text box. You can also insert an email address.

6. Click "OK." The selected text displays an underline to indicate the hyperlink.

Saving as a PDF

1. Click the "Microsoft Office" button. A drop menu of commands opens.

2. Click "Save As." A list of options include "PDF or XPS."

3. Click "PDF or XPS." A dialog box opens.

4. Type a file name in the "File name" text box.

5. Select "PDF" in the "Save as type" text box.

6. Click a folder location to store your PDF. For example, you can select "Desktop" or a named folder in the Folders pane at the left.

7. Select the radio button for "Standard" or "Minimum size."

8. Click "Publish." The file copies as a PDF with embedded links for your readers to activate.

References

• Microsoft Office: Word 2010, Save as PDF
• Microsoft Office: Word 2010, Create, Format, or Delete a Hyperlink