- Google Docs has a dedicated strikethrough feature, which can be accessed from the menu.
- You may use the Alt + Shift + 5 keyboard shortcut on Windows or Command + Shift + X on Mac to add a strikethrough.
- The process of adding strikethrough on iOS and Android devices is similar.
Method 1: Add or Remove Strikethrough on Desktop
Step 1: Launch Google Docs and highlight the text that needs the strikethrough.
Step 2: Click the Format menu > select Text > Strikethrough . You may also use the keyboard shortcut Alt + Shift + 5 on Windows or Command + Shift + X on Mac.
To undo the changes, press Alt + Shift + 5 or navigate Format > Text > Strikethrough again.
Method 2: Add or Remove Strikethrough on iPad
The steps on an iPad are simple since a Strikethrough icon is displayed at the top of the document. Follow the steps below.
Step 1: Open your Google Docs file .
Step 2: Highlight the text that needs a Strikethrough, then click on the Strikethrough icon at the top of the document.
Method 3: Add or Remove Strikethrough on Android or iOS Devices
On smartphones, strikethough is hidden within the Text menu. Follow the steps below to apply a Strikethrough.
Step 1: Launch the Google Docs file.
Step 2: Highlight the word or words for the strikethrough > tap the Text ( A ) icon at the top > click the Strikethrough icon.
You can now convert your document to an alternative file format or use it as you please.
