How to Embed a Link in Google Slides (Easiest Way in 2024)

In this article, we will learn how to embed a link in Google Slides using the Link Dialog. We also cover how to add an internal link. Simply follow the steps below.

Embed Link in Google Slides

Follow the steps below to embed a link in Google Slides using the Link Dialog.

1. Select the Text or Object

Select the element where you want to add the link. For text, click at the beginning of the text and drag your mouse across to the end of the text you want to make clickable. For objects (images, shapes, charts), click directly on the object that you want to become a hyperlink. For this example, we will embed a website link in the text “Global Platform for Sustainable Cities”.

2. Open the Link Dialog

With your text or object selected, go to the top menu and click on Insert and then Link. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl + K (Cmd + K on Mac).

3. Enter the URL

In the dialog box that appears, you will see a field to enter the URL. Paste or type the URL of the webpage you want to link to. Ensure the URL starts with “http://” or “https://” for it to work correctly.

4. Apply the Link

Click Apply to embed the hyperlink in your text or object. For texts, it will typically change colors and become underlined to indicate that it is now a hyperlink.

5. Test the Link

Click on the Slideshow button at the top right of the window to enter presentation mode. Click on the link during the presentation to ensure it opens the intended web page. It is crucial to ensure the link works as expected to avoid any disruptions during your actual presentation.

6. Add Internal Link (optional)

You can also link to different slides within the same presentation for easy navigation. Open the Link dialog box again and choose the desired slide from the suggestions.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to embed a link in Google Slides. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our article on how you can trim audio in Google Slides and how to embed a website in Google Slides.