Use hyperlink without holding Ctrl

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By default, hyperlinks are used with pressing or holding Ctrl. But you can turn off this function.
Ctrl+Click to follow link in Word 2013

To use the hyperlink without pressing or holding Ctrl key, do the following:

   1.   On the File tab, click the Options button:

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   2.   In the Word Options dialog box, on the Advanced tab, under Editing options uncheck Use CTRL + Click to follow hyperlink:

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   3.   Click OK.

Click to follow link in Word 2013

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