Applying strikethrough formatting in Google Docs allows you to mark text that is to be deleted or revised without removing it entirely from your document. While the strikethrough option isn't available directly on the toolbar, it's easy to apply using a keyboard shortcut or the Format menu.

Using a keyboard shortcut to strikethrough text

Step 1: Select the text you want to strikethrough by highlighting it in your document.

Step 2: Press the keyboard shortcut ALT + SHIFT + 5 to apply the strikethrough formatting to the selected text.

The text will now appear with a line through it, indicating that strikethrough formatting has been applied.

Using the Format menu to strikethrough text

Step 1: Highlight the text you wish to strikethrough in your document.

Step 2: Click on the Format option in the menu bar at the top of the screen.

Step 3: Hover over the Text option in the dropdown menu, then select Strikethrough from the expanded list.

The selected text will now have a line drawn through it, just as it does when using the keyboard shortcut.

To remove the strikethrough formatting, simply highlight the text again and use the keyboard shortcut ALT + SHIFT + 5 or go back to the Format menu and deselect the Strikethrough option.

Using strikethrough in Google Docs is a straightforward way to manage edits and communicate changes without deleting content entirely. Whether you prefer using keyboard shortcuts or navigating through the menu, you can easily apply and remove strikethrough formatting as needed.