How to Replace Link Text in Google Docs

Links are crucial for adding context and navigation in documents. Our Advanced Search and Replace add-on gives you precise control over link replacement.

Link Text Replace Features

Replace link text by:

  • Changing link text
  • Updating link URLs
  • Maintaining link formatting

Before:

Search by link

 

After:

Replace by link

 

Advanced Search and Replace: Link Text Solution

Replace link text with advanced controls:

  1. Open your Google Docs document
  2. Go to Extensions > Advanced Search and Replace > Open Search Panel
  3. Check “Format based search”
  4. Check “Link”
  5. Keep empty for all links, insert specific link for specific search.
  6. Click “Search”
  7. Scroll to replace section
  8. Check “Format based replace”
  9. Check “Link”
  10. Keep empty for all links, insert specific link for specific replace.
  11. Choose replace selected or all
  12. Click replace
  13. Link changed!