Add Method to Create Hyperlinks in PowerPoint JavaScript API

[simon-gd]

Dear Office.js Development Team,

I am writing to request the addition of a method in the PowerPoint JavaScript API that allows developers to programmatically convert text into hyperlinks. Currently, this functionality is available in the Word JavaScript API, where the Range.hyperlink property can be used to set a hyperlink on a range of text. However, a similar capability does not exist in the PowerPoint JavaScript API.

At present, the only ways to create hyperlinks in PowerPoint are through the user interface or by using VSTO add-ins. These methods are not ideal for developers who wish to automate the process within web add-ins. The absence of this feature limits the ability to create dynamic and interactive presentations programmatically.

Implementing a method to set hyperlinks on text within the PowerPoint JavaScript API would greatly enhance its functionality and bring it closer to parity with the Word JavaScript API. This addition would be beneficial for developers seeking to create more robust and feature-rich PowerPoint add-ins.

Thank you for considering this feature request. I believe it would be a valuable enhancement to the Office.js library and look forward to any updates on this matter.

Sincerely,
Simon Breslav, MSc
Co-founder / CTO, Trax

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