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Thumbs up Answer: Hyperlink to Run a Macro

Yes, it is possible to have a hyperlink run a macro in Microsoft Word. Here are the steps to do it:
  1. Open the Word document where you want to add the hyperlink.
  2. Select the text or image that you want to turn into a hyperlink.
  3. Right-click on the selected text or image and choose "Hyperlink" from the context menu.
  4. In the "Insert Hyperlink" dialog box, select "Place in This Document" on the left-hand side.
  5. Choose the macro that you want to run from the list of available macros on the right-hand side.
  6. Click "OK" to close the dialog box and create the hyperlink.

Now, when you click on the hyperlink, it will run the selected macro.

If you don't see the macro you want to run in the list of available macros, you may need to create it first. Here are the steps to create a macro in Word:
  1. Click on the "View" tab in the ribbon.
  2. Click on "Macros" in the "Macros" group.
  3. In the "Macros" dialog box, enter a name for your macro in the "Macro name" field.
  4. Click "Create" to open the Visual Basic Editor.
  5. Write the code for your macro in the editor.
  6. Save and close the editor.
  7. Close the "Macros" dialog box.

Now your macro should be available in the list of available macros when you create a hyperlink.

As for suggesting this capability be added to other Microsoft Office applications, you can submit feedback directly to Microsoft through their website or through the "Feedback" button in the application. They are always looking for ways to improve their products, so your suggestion may be considered for future updates.
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