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“
Now you have a text strikethrough on Google Docs. 👍
Cool, Thanks.
When I type next to it now, it strikethroughs.
Look 👇
You can undo or remove it.
We talk about it further down below.
For now let’s look at how to do it in the app …
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 to “Viewing mode“ to toggle it off.
This will allow you to edit the document.
Touch and hold on the text you want to strikethrough.
Then tap on the “A” icon at the top of the screen.
Like this 👇
This will open a menu with formatting options.
Tap on the Strikethrough (S) icon.
(You can use the same icon to un-strikethrough your text.)
Now your text will be in strikethrough formatting.
Tap on the “Tick“ icon on the top left to save your changes.
Done.
What if I want to remove it?
How to Undo Strikethrough on Google Docs
To remove the strikethrough you can use the same keyboard shortcut mentioned above. ☝️
Or use the same option “Format” > “Text” > “Strikethrough“.
This will remove the strikethrough.
That did it.
In the case where you want to remove all formatting from the text (no only the strikethrough), you can use:
“Format” > “Clear formatting“
That will remove all text modifications, including bold, font, and italic formatting … so on.
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?
