How to Disable Links in Excel 2007

1. Click the Excel button on the top toolbar, and then select the 'Excel Options' button at the bottom. Choose 'Proofing' from the left menu.
2. Click the 'AutoCorrect Options...' button under the 'Autocorrect options' section. Select the 'Autoformat as you type' tab, then uncheck 'Internet and network paths as you type' under the 'Replace as you type' section. Click 'Ok' to save the changes.
3. Click 'Ok' in the 'Excel Options' window to close it and return to the spreadsheet. Type or paste a URL into a blank cell then hit the space bar or enter key to verify the changes.