Take out those unnecessary words with the power of strikethrough in Google Docs.
Whether you’re editing a draft, marking revisions, or just keeping track of completed tasks, strikethrough formatting comes in handy.
Here’s how to achieve it in Google Docs, with both menu and keyboard shortcut options:
Method 1: Using the Menu To Strikethrough Text on Google Docs
1. Highlight the text you want to strikethrough. Click and drag your cursor across the desired words or sentence.
![](https://guidemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/strikethrough-google-docs-1-1024x460.png)
2. Open the “Format” menu. Look for the menu bar at the top of the Google Docs window. Click on “Format.”
![](https://guidemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/strikethrough-text-google-docs-2-888x1024.png)
3. Navigate to the “Text” options. A sub-menu will appear. Hover over “Text” without clicking.
![](https://guidemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/strikethrough-text-google-docs-3-1024x662.png)
4. Select “Strikethrough.” You’ll see an icon with an “S” and a line through it. Click on it, and voila!
![](https://guidemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/strikethrough-text-google-docs-4-1024x424.png)
5. Your text is crossed out. The selected text will look something like this.
![](https://guidemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/strikethrough-text-google-docs-5-1024x360.png)
Method 2: Using Keyboard Shortcuts to Strikethrough Text on Google Docs
1. Highlight the text you want to strikethrough. It is similar to step 1 in the menu method.
![](https://guidemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/strikethrough-text-google-docs-keyboard-1-1024x307.png)
2. Press the shortcut keys.
Depending on your system, use one of these key combinations:
- Windows:
Alt + Shift + 5
- Mac:
Command + Shift + X
3. Enjoy the instant strikethrough!
Your text will be magically crossed out, just like with the menu method.
![](https://guidemaker.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/strikethrough-text-google-docs-keyboard-2-1024x284.png)
Bonus Tips for Strikethrough on Google Docs
- Undo the strikethrough: Simply tap the same keyboard shortcut combination or use
Ctrl + Z
(Windows) orCommand + Z
(Mac) to uncross your text. - Strikethrough in mobile: The process is similar. Highlight the text and tap the “Format” brush icon. Then, tap the “Text” menu and select “Strikethrough.”
- Strikethrough with voice commands: If you’re feeling fancy, you can use voice commands! Just highlight the text, say “Format, Text, Strikethrough,” and watch your words get crossed out effortlessly.
With these instructions and a little practice, you’ll be a strikethrough master in no time. Go forth and edit with confidence!