Insert Link Shortcut (Ctrl+K / ⌘K)
Add a hyperlink: ⌘K on Mac, Ctrl+K on Windows. Select the text first, then press it to paste a URL.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Insert / edit hyperlink | ⌘K | Ctrl+K | |
| Copy the link's URL | ⌘C | Ctrl+C | |
| Remove a hyperlink | ⌘K then Remove | Ctrl+K then Remove | |
| Open link under cursor | ⌘-click | Ctrl+click | |
| Focus browser address bar | ⌘L | Ctrl+L |
Turn text into a link
Select the words you want to link, then press ⌘K (Mac) or Ctrl+K (Windows). A box appears — paste the URL and press Enter. This works in Word, Google Docs, Outlook, Slack, Notion and most editors.
Edit or remove a link
Put the cursor inside an existing link and press ⌘K / Ctrl+K again to change the URL, or choose Remove Link. In Slack and chat apps ⌘K may open the channel switcher instead — use the link button there.
FAQ
What is the insert link shortcut?
Select your text, then press ⌘K on the Mac or Ctrl+K on Windows and paste the URL.
How do I remove a hyperlink?
Click inside the link and press ⌘K / Ctrl+K again, then choose Remove Link (or delete the URL).
Does Ctrl+K always insert a link?
In documents and email, yes. In Slack ⌘K opens the quick switcher, so use the link button or Ctrl+Shift+U there.