How to rename hyperlink in mail body

Renaming a hyperlink in the body of an email can be a bit tricky, but it's doable. Here are a few methods to help you achieve this:

Method 1: Using the "Rename" feature in Outlook

  1. Open the email in Outlook and select the hyperlink you want to rename.
  2. Right-click on the hyperlink and select "Rename" from the context menu.
  3. Enter the new name for the hyperlink in the "Rename Hyperlink" dialog box.
  4. Click "OK" to save the changes.

Method 2: Using the "Hyperlink" feature in Outlook

  1. Open the email in Outlook and select the text you want to use as the new hyperlink text.
  2. Right-click on the selected text and select "Hyperlink" from the context menu.
  3. In the "Insert Hyperlink" dialog box, select the "Existing File or Web Page" option.
  4. Enter the URL of the hyperlink in the "Address" field.
  5. Click "OK" to save the changes.

Method 3: Using VBA code in Outlook

  1. Open the Visual Basic Editor in Outlook by pressing "Alt + F11" or by navigating to "Developer" > "Visual Basic" in the ribbon.
  2. In the Visual Basic Editor, navigate to "Tools" > "References" and check if "Microsoft Outlook Object Library" is selected.
  3. In the "Insert" menu, select "Module" to insert a new module.
  4. Paste the following code into the module:
    Sub RenameHyperlink()
 Dim olMail As MailItem
 Set olMail = ActiveInspector.CurrentItem
 Dim hyperlink As Hyperlink
 Set hyperlink = olMail.Body.Hyperlinks(1)
 hyperlink.TextToDisplay = "New Hyperlink Text"
End Sub
  5. Replace "New Hyperlink Text" with the desired new name for the hyperlink.
  6. Close the Visual Basic Editor and return to Outlook.
  7. Open the email and run the macro by clicking "Developer" > "Macros" > "RenameHyperlink" in the ribbon.

Method 4: Using a third-party add-in

There are several third-party add-ins available that can help you rename hyperlinks in Outlook, such as Hyperlink Renamer or Link Manager. These add-ins often provide a more user-friendly interface for renaming hyperlinks.

Remember to always be cautious when using VBA code or third-party add-ins, as they can potentially affect the stability of your Outlook installation.