Copy Text as Link

Copy the selected text as a HTML link to the clipboard that can be pasted in in supported editors with the hyperlink intact.

Copy Text as Link - Chrome Extension

Copy Text as Link is a Chrome extension that allows you to easily copy selected text as a HTML link to the clipboard. It removes the need to copy link address and link text separately, saving time and effort. Pasted links retain the hyperlink intact and inherit the styling of the target rich text editor.
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Extension stats

Users: 406
5
Rating: 4.33
(6)
Version: 1.0 (Last updated: 2024-08-23)
Creation date: 2021-09-12
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • scripting
  • contextMenus
Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
Size: 14.64K

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Extension summary

This extension streamlines the process of copying text as a link. Just highlight any text on a webpage, right-click, and select 'Copy text as link'. The text will be copied to your clipboard as a hyperlink using the active tab's URL. This saves you copying a link and text separately.

The copied link can be pasted directly into supported editors (Like most email editors), retaining the hyperlink with the editor's styling.

User reviews

The extension doesn't work and doesn't copy the link to the selected text.
by Mikhail, 2024-12-07

The necessary extension for notes. Thanks!
by Maks Develov, 2024-11-16

Exactly what I was looking for. It saves time and helps when I am sharing or documenting links.
by Omar Mora, 2024-09-17
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Copy Text as Link requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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