Examples of Good/Bad Hypertext Link Design

1) Don't distort the Written Text

Good:
The issue of hormone-controlled ostrich-feather growth has recently been a topic of intense interest.

Not So Good:
For information about current hormone-controlled ostrich-feather growth press here.

2) Keep the linked text section short.

Good:
The life cycle of the atlantic polar-bear ocelot is a complex and .......

Not So Good:
The life cycle of the atlantic polar-bear ocelot is a complex and .......

3) Link Icon and Text Together

Good:
The latest home security systems breakdown show......

Not so Good:
The latest home security systems breakdown show......