Share quotes with Copy link to highlight

If you’re sharing specific content on a webpage, it can be easy to take advantage of a feature built into the Microsoft Edge browser. The Copy link to highlight option allows you to share a URL that goes directly to the text.

This makes saving and sharing content easy! There’s no more having to search or scroll through lengthy paragraphs of text to highlight what you need. Now, you can effortlessly share specific quotes or text with just one link. Learn how to use this innovative feature and how it can enhance the way you connect with friends and colleagues.

How to use Copy link to highlight

To use the Copy link to highlight feature, follow these steps:

• Open Microsoft Edge and navigate to a webpage.
• Select the text that you want to highlight.
• Right-click and select Copy link to highlight.

It’s as easy as that! Now you have a link copied directly to your clipboard. You can paste this into a messenger app like Microsoft Teams or into the address bar of a new browser window. This works for any length of text like a single word or entire paragraphs, and all of this text will be highlighted when you show it.

When someone clicks on the link that you shared, they’ll be directed to the webpage as per usual. However, instead of starting at the top of the page, the link will automatically scroll to the highlighted text. This brings up the intended text to the front and center of the recipient’s screen. What’s more is that the text will be highlighted in a contrasting color for emphasis.

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Using Copy link to highlight has numerous applications: if you’re citing a research source, this can be handy to illustrate an argument or serve as a source for a direct quotation. You can share an inspiring quote with your social media followers, provide a specific reference in a collaborative document, or highlight a key paragraph to emphasize it.

The Copy link to highlight feature simplifies the process and enhances communication. Try Microsoft Edge today and see how even seemingly simple features can make your everyday online experiences easier.