haz clic en el enlace
/aθ klik en el enlaθe/from spelling rules
To say 'click on the link' in Spanish, use haz clic en el enlace.
This phrase is used to instruct someone to select a hypertext link on a computer screen using a mouse or other pointing device. Note that the Spanish word for a computer 'click' is spelled clic, ending with a c rather than the English spelling.
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase haz clic literally translates to 'make a click' rather than using 'click' as a standalone verb.
Which one should you use?
While haz clic en el enlace is a standard way to give this instruction, you may also see pulse el enlace or pulsa en el enlace, which use the verb 'pulsar' (to press) as an alternative to 'hacer clic'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The informal phrase haz clic en el enlace uses the informal imperative form of the verb hacer (to do/make).
Did you know?
- The word enlace is used for both a digital link and a physical bond or connection. It also refers to a wedding or the act of joining two people in marriage.
- The word enlace comes from the verb enlazar, which means 'to lace' or 'to bind together' like a rope or a shoelace.
- In some Spanish-speaking regions, you may see cliquear used as a verb. However, this is often considered an anglicism and is avoided in formal technical documentation.
Examples in context
- Por favor, haga clic en el enlace adjunto para acceder al documento.Please click on the attached link to access the document.
- Haz clic en el enlace para abrir el archivo.Click on the link to open the file.
- Primero, haz clic en el enlace de color azul.First, click on the blue link.
- Haz clic en el enlace para ver las fotos.Click on the link to see the photos.
Example conversation
Mateo is helping María with a computer task.
- Mateo¿Cómo puedo ver el menú?How can I see the menu?
- MaríaHaz clic en el enlace que está arriba.Click on the link that is at the top.
- MateoAh, ya lo veo. Gracias, María.Ah, I see it now. Thanks, María.
- MaríaDe nada, Mateo.You're welcome, Mateo.
