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How to Add a Hyperlink to a Shape in Visio Plan 1 and Visio for the Web
Question details
The user wants to know how and where to add a hyperlink to a shape in Visio for the web and Visio Plan 1, as the specific 'Hyperlink' command appears to be missing.
- Product
- Microsoft Visio
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Adding navigation links to shapes in a web-based Visio diagram.
- Observed behavior
- The user is unable to find the 'Hyperlink' button and is unsure if a more expensive Visio Plan 2 subscription is required to use the linking feature.
Ensure you are signed in to your Microsoft 365 account and have your target diagram open in either Visio for the web or Visio Plan 1.
Insert a Link using the Right-Click Context Menu
The fastest way to attach a URL or navigation link to any shape in Visio for the web is by using the context menu.
In modern web versions of Visio, the 'Hyperlink' option has been renamed to 'Link'. You do not need a Visio Plan 2 subscription to access this feature.
Click on the specific shape in your Visio diagram that you want to turn into a clickable link.
Right-click the selected shape to reveal the dropdown context menu.
Click on 'Link' from the menu options, then paste your destination URL or select the page you want to link to.
Add a Link from the Insert Tab
You can also use the top ribbon menu to insert links if you prefer standard ribbon navigation over right-clicking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a Visio Plan 2 subscription to add hyperlinks?
No, Visio Plan 2 is not required for this feature. Creating, editing, and clicking hyperlinks are all fully supported in Visio for the web, Visio for Microsoft 365, and Visio Plan 1.
Why can't I find the 'Hyperlink' button in Visio for the web?
In Visio for the web and newer Microsoft 365 versions, the command has been simplified and renamed from 'Hyperlink' to simply 'Link'. It functions exactly the same way.
Can I link a shape to another page within the same Visio file?
Yes. When you open the Link dialog box (by right-clicking a shape and selecting Link), you will see options to link to an external web address or to another page within your current Visio diagram.
