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description: External Link Button is another addon available in the editor. It allows users to open a new window/tab with external resources when clicking on the button. To make the addon work, it is necessary to fill in the URL field in the addon’s Properties side menu. The External Link Button can be displayed in a form of…
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# External Link Button – New Addon in the Editor

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**External Link Button** is another addon available in the editor. Itallows users to open a new window/tab with external resources when clicking on the button.

To make the addon work, it is necessary to fill in the URL field in the addon’s Properties side menu. The External Link Button can be displayed in a form of a text and/or image.

A full addon’s description is available [**here**](http://www.mauthor.com/doc/page/External-Link-Button)**.** If you wish to view a short demo presentation, click on [**this link**](http://www.mauthor.com/embed/12561011).

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