Overview
Links help users navigate your site and find important information. Using clear, descriptive links improves usability and accessibility.
Adding a Link
- Highlight the text you want to turn into a link.
- Click the link icon in the editor toolbar.
- Enter the destination:
- For internal links, search for the page within your site.
- For external links, paste the full URL.
- Confirm the link and save your changes.
Link Best Practices
Use descriptive link text.
Instead of:
- Click here
- Read more
Use:
Descriptive links help users understand where the link will take them.
Internal vs. External Links
Internal links
- Point to pages within your website.
- Should be created using the site search when possible.
External links
- Point to websites outside of your site.
- Should use the full URL, such as
https://example.com.
Before You Send for Review
Always:
- Test each link to make sure it works.
- Confirm the link goes to the correct page.
- Check that link text clearly describes the destination.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Using vague link text like “click here.”
- Linking to the wrong page.
- Forgetting to test links.
- Pasting URLs directly into content without proper formatting.
Accessibility Reminder
Links should clearly describe their destination. This helps all users, including those using screen readers, understand where the link will take them.