Strikethrough in Google Docs (Alt+Shift+5 / ⌘⇧X)
Cross out text in Google Docs: press Alt+Shift+5 on Windows or ⌘⇧X (Command+Shift+X) on the Mac. It toggles the line on and off.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strikethrough | ⌘⇧X | Alt+Shift+5 | |
| Bold | ⌘B | Ctrl+B | |
| Italic | ⌘I | Ctrl+I | |
| Underline | ⌘U | Ctrl+U | |
| Clear formatting | ⌘\ | Ctrl+\ |
Cross out a phrase
Select the text and press Alt+Shift+5 on Windows or ⌘⇧X on the Mac. Google Docs draws a line through the selection; pressing the same keys again removes it.
The whole formatting row
Strikethrough sits alongside ⌘B/Ctrl+B (bold), ⌘I/Ctrl+I (italic) and ⌘U/Ctrl+U (underline). To wipe all formatting at once, press ⌘\ / Ctrl+\.
FAQ
What is the strikethrough shortcut in Google Docs?
Press Alt+Shift+5 on Windows or ⌘⇧X (Command+Shift+X) on the Mac to strike through the selected text.
How do I remove strikethrough in Google Docs?
Press the same shortcut again — it toggles the line off.
How do I clear all formatting in Google Docs?
Press Ctrl+\ on Windows or ⌘\ on the Mac to strip formatting from the selection.