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    Prevent hyperlink on cell data entry

    Using 2003 - Is it possible to prevent cell data entry automatically creating a hyperlink for email/web url's.
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    Also removes cell formatting etc.
    Prefixing entry with an apostophe is not an ideal option, as it requires all users to be aware of this requirement.
    Last edited by wotadude; 06-22-2009 at 09:52 PM.

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    Re: Prevent hyperlink on cell data entry

    Hello wotadude,

    I don't follow what you are wanting to do. Can you give an example?
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    Re: Prevent hyperlink on cell data entry

    refer to sample file attached.
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    Re: Prevent hyperlink on cell data entry

    Tools > AutoCorrect, Autoformat tab, untick Internet and network paths with hyperlinks.
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    Re: Prevent hyperlink on cell data entry

    Thanks for that.
    I took that approach 1 step further to always disable it for my specific workbook, and enable as required for users preference on other workbooks.
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