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How to Strikethrough on Google Docs

Method 01: Google Docs Strikethrough Shortcut

Select the text you want to strikethrough on Google Docs.

On your keyboard press Alt + Shift + 5

(or Command (⌘) + Shift + X on a mac).

Method 02: Format > Text > Strikethrough

Go to the top menu bar …

Format” > “Text” > “Strikethrough

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Simple.

@Author

Cool, Thanks.

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When I type next to it now, it strikethroughs.

@Reader

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To fix this, click at the beginning of the next word you want to type not at the end of the strikethrough text.

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How To Undo Strikethrough On Google Docs

Use the same keyboard shortcut as before.

Or use the same option Format” > “Text” > “Strikethrough“.

This will remove the strikethrough.

@Author

That did it.

@Reader

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In the case where you want to remove all formatting from the text (no only the strikethrough), you can use:

Format” > “Clear formatting

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That will wipe all text modifications, including bold, font, and italic formatting … so on.

@Author

How To Strikethrough On Google Docs App (Mobile)

Start by opening the Google Doc document you want to edit.

Look for the three dots (In the top-right corner of the ribbon).

Tap on the switch next toViewing mode to toggle it off.

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Touch and hold on the text you want to strikethrough.

Then tap on theAicon at the top of the screen.

This will open a menu with formatting options.

Tap on the Strikethrough (S) icon.

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You can use the same icon to remove the strikethrough.

Tap on the Tick icon on the top left to save your changes.

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Now your text will be in strikethrough formatting.

@Author

Strikethrough Use Cases

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Correcting Mistakes

Strikethrough is often used to show words that are wrong and need to be corrected. It is also used Google Docs suggesting mode, when you try to remove a text.

Price Changes and Comparisons

To show the original price of a product before a discount is applied, highlighting cost savings and attracting potential buyers.

Tracking Changes and Versions

To indicate deprecated or obsolete code … or to understand which parts of the codebase are no longer in use or recommended.

To-Do Lists

To mark completed tasks in checklists and to-do lists. Or to distinguish between official facts and personal opinions in journals.

Summary

Now you know how to strikethrough on Google Docs. Was there any thing unclear or confusing in this guide? Or are there any other related topics you’d like me to cover?

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