How to Strikethrough in Google Docs

With the help of this flexible tool, users can easily create, modify, and collaborate on documents using Google Docs. Striking through text is one of the various formatting options available; this is a helpful function when you wish to cross out information or indicate revisions or corrections. Within the context of this blog post, we will walk you through the simple steps necessary to apply strikethrough in Google Docs.

Step 1: Open Your Google Docs Document

Start by opening the Google Docs document where you want to apply strikethrough formatting. If you don’t have a document yet, create a new one.

Step 2: Highlight the Text

Locate the text that you want to strikethrough. Click and drag your cursor over the specific words or characters you wish to format.

Step 3: Access the Format Menu

Once the text is highlighted, navigate to the top menu. Find and click on the “Format” option.

Step 4: Choose “Text” and then “Strikethrough”

In the “Format” menu, hover over the “Text” option. A sub-menu will appear, revealing the “Strikethrough” option. Click on “Strikethrough” to apply the formatting to the selected text.

Step 5: Use the Keyboard Shortcut (Optional)

For a quicker method, you can use a keyboard shortcut. With the text highlighted, press “Alt + Shift + 5” on Windows or “Command + Shift + X” on Mac to instantly apply the strikethrough formatting.

Step 6: View the Strikethrough Text

Once you’ve applied the strikethrough formatting, you’ll see a horizontal line through the selected text. This visual cue is especially useful for indicating changes, deletions, or updates within your document.

Step 7: Remove Strikethrough (If Needed)

If you want to remove the strikethrough formatting from the text, repeat the process. Highlight the strikethrough text, go to the “Format” menu, select “Text,” and click on “Strikethrough” to toggle it off.

Conclusion

Using Google Docs’ strikethrough and other formatting choices effectively improves the readability and aesthetic appeal of your work. Whether you’re working in a group to edit or working alone to create content, knowing these easy procedures will guarantee that your documents are not just well-written but also visually striking. Use this instruction the next time you want to quickly and easily strike through some text in your Google Docs. Cheers to your writing!

Frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to using strikethrough formatting in Google Docs:

Q1: How do I remove strikethrough from text in Google Docs?

A1: To remove strikethrough formatting, highlight the strikethrough text, go to the “Format” menu, select “Text,” and click on “Strikethrough” to toggle it off. Alternatively, you can use the keyboard shortcut “Alt + Shift + 5” on Windows or “Command + Shift + X” on Mac.

Q2: Can I apply strikethrough to specific words within a sentence?

A2: Yes, you can apply strikethrough formatting to specific words or even individual characters within a sentence. Highlight the specific text, follow the steps mentioned, and apply the strikethrough formatting.

Q3: Does strikethrough formatting affect the document’s word count?

A3: No, the strikethrough formatting does not affect the document’s word count in Google Docs. The word count tool considers only visible, non-formatted text.

Q4: Can I use strikethrough in Google Docs on the mobile app?

A4: Yes, you can use strikethrough formatting in Google Docs on the mobile app. However, the steps might vary slightly. On the mobile app, highlight the text, tap the “Format” icon (usually represented by an “A”), and choose the “S” icon for strikethrough.

Q5: Can I apply strikethrough formatting to text in a Google Docs comment?

A5: As of my last knowledge update in January 2022, strikethrough formatting is not directly available for comments in Google Docs. The comment text supports basic formatting options, but strikethrough may not be among them. Always check for updates or changes in the Google Docs interface.

Q6: Will collaborators see the strikethrough formatting in real-time?

A6: Yes, collaborators will see strikethrough formatting in real-time if they have the document open. Google Docs allows for simultaneous editing, so any formatting changes, including strikethrough, are visible to all collaborators in real-time.

Q7: Can I apply strikethrough to text using a mobile device?

A7: Yes, you can apply strikethrough formatting to text using a mobile device. Highlight the text, access the formatting options, and look for the strikethrough icon (usually represented by an “S”) to apply the formatting.

Q8: Does strikethrough formatting affect the document’s print layout?

A8: Strikethrough formatting will be visible in the print layout of your Google Docs document. However, always preview the document before printing to ensure that the formatting meets your printing preferences.

Q9: Are there other formatting options similar to strikethrough in Google Docs?

A9: Yes, Google Docs offers various formatting options, including bold, italic, underline, subscript, and superscript. Explore the “Format” menu for additional text formatting choices.

Q10: Can I use strikethrough formatting in Google Sheets and Google Slides?

A10: Yes, you can use strikethrough formatting in Google Sheets and Google Slides as well. The steps are similar; however, the specific location of the formatting options might vary slightly in each application.