How do I add hyperlinks to a PDF document that I created from a Word document?
Answer
If you have a table of contents (TOC) in your Word document with active links to the various sections of your document (i.e., your thesis), you can save the links while creating the PDF file by following these steps:
- Click on Save as and select the destination.
- In the Save as type section, expand the dropdown menu and select PDF.
- Click on the Options button.
- Select Create bookmarks using - Headings.
- Click Save and your PDF file will maintain the links in the table of contents.
If you are using a MAC, when you chose the file type PDF check the box Best for electronic distribution and accessibility instead of Best for printing. Then save the document.