WYSIWYG Editor: Adding a Link or Downloadable File

You can use the WYSIWYG editor to include a link that enables learners to view another website, view a file in your knowledge base, or download a file.

For example, you could include a hyperlink in an online course's content slide that enables learners to download an employee newsletter. 

Adding a Link

To add a link to your content:

1. Add the link's text or image to your content.
2. Select the text or image to which you like to add a link.
3. From the WYSIWYG toolbar, click . The Insert Link window displays.
4. In the URL field, enter the URL for the link.
5. Click OK.
6. Click Save.

Adding a Downloadable File 

To add a downloadable file to your content:

1. Add the link's text to your content.
2. Select the link text. 

3. From the WYSIWYG toolbar, click . The Insert Link window displays.
4. Click  beside the URL field.
5. Use the File Manager window to upload your file.
6. From the File Manager window, select your file. The selected file displays in the Insert Link window's URL field.

7. Click OK. 
8. Click Save.