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Batch rename multiple hyperlinks at once in Excel

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In Excel, hyperlinks consist of two parts: the link address and the display text. Sometimes, you may need to rename the display text of all hyperlinks. This tutorial will guide you through three methods for renaming hyperlinks under different scenarios:


Rename Hyperlinks Based on Text in Another Column

If you need to change the display text of hyperlinks based on values in another column, you can use the following formula:

=HYPERLINK(A1, B1)
Notes:
  • In this formula, "A1" is the link address, and "B1" is the text that will be displayed.
  • Before starting, ensure you have the new display text prepared in another column. Here I have entered the display text in the range B1:B3.

After entering this formula, press the "Enter" key and then drag the autofill handle over the cells to apply this formula.



Rename All Hyperlinks to the Same Display Text

If you want to unify the display text for all hyperlinks, you can use the "Find and Replace" feature:

1. Select all hyperlinks whose display text you want to change, and press "Ctrl + H" to open the "Find and Replace" dialog.

2. Click the "Options" button to expand the dialog, then select "Format".

3. In the "Find Format" dialog, under the "Font" tab, choose "Single" from the "Underline" dropdown list. Click "OK" to return to the "Find and Replace" dialog.

select Single from the drop-down list of Underline

4. In the "Find what" box, type *, and in the "Replace with" box, type the new display text you need. Click "Replace All", then click "OK" > "Close" to close all dialogs.

set options in the Find and Replace dialog box prompt box remind how many cells are replaced

Now, all hyperlinks have been renamed to the same text.

all hyperlinks have been renamed to the same text


Using Kutools AI to automatically rename hyperlinks

"Kutools AI" offers a convenient alternative that simplifies hyperlink management in Excel. This automation tool can efficiently handle both of the scenarios described above, reducing the need for manual effort and enhancing accuracy.

After installing Kutools for Excel, select "Kutools AI" > "AI Aide" to open the "Kutools AI Aide" pane

Using Kutools AI to rename hyperlinks based on text in another column

  1. After you have prepared the replacement text in another column, such as B2:B4 in this case. Simply type the following command in the text box of "Kutools AI Aide" pane and press the "Enter" key to send it to Kutools AI.
    Please replace the display text of hyperlinks in column A with the text in the adjacent cell in column B.
  2. Kutools AI will prompt you for confirmation to execute. Once you click "Execute", the hyperlinks display texts will be replaced according to your specifications, quickly and accurately.
    click execute in kutools ai

Result

kutools ai result

Using Kutools AI to rename all selected hyperlinks to the same display text

To rename all selected hyperlinks to the same display text with Kutools AI, you can do as follows.

Select the hyperlinks that require renaming and send the following command to "Kutools AI Aide". Then click "Execute".

Please change the display text of the selected hyperlinks to the same text, such as Go here.

kutools ai to rename all hyperlinks to the same text

Renaming multiple hyperlinks in Excel can streamline your spreadsheets and improve their readability, especially when dealing with large datasets or presentations. Whether you are updating hyperlinks based on associated data in another column or standardizing all links to have the same display text, these methods provide efficient solutions. By mastering these techniques, you can ensure your Excel documents are both functional and professionally formatted.


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