Callto:// hyperlink in Numbers (and Excel)

I have a spreadsheet table that includes phone numbers.
I would like to create an extra column with hyperlinks that when clicking on them will automatically use my prefered VOIP application.
Issue 1:
When I use the callto:// hyperlink in Numbers '09 (2009 when was that again) it doesnt do anything. After that I can't create any hyperlink at all anymore (even after closing and restarting numbers) what is the prober way to get to do this?
1a. In Excel 2011 it automatically adds file:// in front of the callto:// which of course does not work
Any suggestions on how to add other then http://, file:// or mailto:// hyperlinks in excel 2011
Issue 2:
when typing callto:// directly in the browser, to goes to Skype. How to change the default program used for the callto:// statement?
Thanks in advance for you help.

Hyperlinks are limited to http and mailto. Excel has the additional ability to link to files. You will not be able to create callto hyperlinks.
Your question about how to select your default callto app might not get answered here in the Numbers forum. You might want to ask that in a different forum that has a wider audience. Or maybe an Internet search on callto to see what parameters can be specified.

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