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Links on your website make navigation easier for visitors, directing them to various content types including internal pages, external sites, email addresses, files, and more. Here's a comprehensive guide on adding and managing links effectively:
Types of Links You Can Add
You can add links to:
- Text content
- Navigation menus
- Images
- Button blocks
- Content filtered by tags/categories
- Email addresses
- External websites
- Files
- Phone numbers
- Specific page sections (anchor links)
- Gallery images
Adding External Links
- Select "URL" from the link editor dropdown
- Enter the complete URL
- Choose whether to open in new tab
- Press Enter or click outside to save
Linking to Internal Content
- Select "URL" from dropdown
- Type the page title or URL
- Choose from dropdown results
- Set tab preference
- Save changes
Email Address Links
- Choose "Email Address" option
- Enter recipient email
- Add CC/BCC (optional)
- Include subject line (optional)
- Add email body text (optional)
Phone Number Links
- Select "Phone" option
- Enter number with country code
- Choose Call or Text option
- Save settings
File Links
- Select "File" option
- Upload new file or select existing
- Set tab preference
- Save changes
Collection Content Links
- Open desired content in private browser
- Copy full URL
- Paste in link editor
- Set tab preference
- Save
Link Opening Settings
- Toggle "Open link in new tab" switch
- Settings may vary by device/browser
- Mobile apps have limited options
- Gallery links have separate settings
Best Practices
- Keep URLs updated
- Test links regularly
- Use descriptive link text
- Consider mobile users
- Maintain consistent behavior
Remember to regularly check for broken links and update URLs as needed to maintain a smooth user experience.
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