As a result of this thread I figured out how to disable Smart Quotes on my iPad, so Hooray and Thank You. Now my links will work without having to screw around.
Settings -> General -> Keyboard then switch off the Smart stuff.
70 posted on 11/26/2020 9:08:22 PM PST by dayglored
("Listen. Strange women lying in ponds distributing swords is no basis for a system of government."`)