Want to emphasize deletion or mark tasks as complete in your Google Docs? Strikethrough text is your new best friend! It's a simple formatting trick with powerful uses.
Here's how to master the strikethrough in Google Docs:
**Method 1: The Format Menu**
1. Highlight the text you want to strikethrough.
2. Click on 'Format' in the menu bar.
3. Select 'Text'.
4. Choose 'Strikethrough'. Voila!
**Method 2: Keyboard Shortcut (The Speedy Way!)**
* **Windows:** Alt + Shift + 5
* **Mac:** Command + Shift + X
Highlight the text, hit the shortcut, and watch the line appear.
**Why Use Strikethrough?**
* **Editing & Collaboration:** Show suggested deletions without permanently removing text.
* **Task Management:** Mark completed tasks on a list.
* **Creative Writing:** Create a specific effect or imply a change of thought.
Now you're equipped to strikethrough like a Google Docs guru. Go forth and slash!
