This is something that's quite common in almost every app nowadays.
For example, in a record's description, URLs are not clickable by default. You have to select the text, CLICK the link icon in the menu (the (almost) universal cmd+k shortcut doesn't work here), enter the URL and then click "Add Link".
It's just too many steps.
I understand some users might not have a need for this, so maybe consider implementing this as optional at the solution, or the account level.
Thanks