Hyperlink and the 255 character limit in Excel - Excel Tips and Tricks

Learn about hyperlink and the 255 character limitation in Excel.

In Excel, there's a 255-character limit for hyperlinks, which can be frustrating when you're trying to include longer links or formulas. To stop this limit from cutting off your data or formulas, you can use various workarounds like using the HYPERLINK function, which doesn't have the same restriction. However, keep in mind that even though Excel allows longer formulas by breaking them into smaller parts, it can still be challenging to manage complex calculations within this constraint.

By the end of the video, you should be able to answer the following questions
Hyperlink and the 255 character limit in Excel
How do I stop the 255 character limit in Excel?
What is the maximum length of a hyperlink in Excel?
What is the 255 limit in Excel?
How do you use formula longer than 255 characters in Excel?


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