How to Do a Strikethrough in Google Docs on Keyboard
Introduction
Google Docs is a powerful word processing tool that allows users to create, edit, and share documents. One of the features that makes Google Docs stand out from other word processing software is its ability to apply strikethroughs to text. In this article, we will guide you through the process of applying a strikethrough in Google Docs on keyboard.
Step 1: Enable the Strikethrough Feature
To apply a strikethrough in Google Docs, you need to enable the strikethrough feature first. Here’s how to do it:
- Open Google Docs and click on the "File" menu.
- Select "Options" from the drop-down menu.
- In the "Options" window, click on the "Advanced" tab.
- Scroll down to the "Strikethrough" section and toggle the switch to the right to enable the strikethrough feature.
Step 2: Apply the Strikethrough
Now that you have enabled the strikethrough feature, you can apply it to text by following these steps:
- Select the text that you want to apply the strikethrough to.
- Click on the "Edit" button in the top menu bar.
- In the "Edit" window, click on the "Format" tab.
- In the "Format" tab, click on the "Strikethrough" button.
- A strikethrough will be applied to the selected text.
Step 3: Remove the Strikethrough
To remove the strikethrough, you can follow these steps:
- Select the text that you want to remove the strikethrough from.
- Click on the "Edit" button in the top menu bar.
- In the "Edit" window, click on the "Format" tab.
- In the "Format" tab, click on the "Strikethrough" button.
- A strikethrough will be removed from the selected text.
Tips and Tricks
- You can apply a strikethrough to multiple lines of text by holding down the "Ctrl" key and clicking on each line.
- You can also apply a strikethrough to a single line of text by holding down the "Ctrl" key and clicking on the line.
- If you want to apply a strikethrough to a specific range of text, you can select the range of text and then apply the strikethrough.
Using the Strikethrough Feature with Other Formatting Options
The strikethrough feature can be combined with other formatting options to create a more complex design. Here are some examples:
- Underline: You can apply a strikethrough to text and also underline it by selecting the text and then clicking on the "Format" tab and selecting "Underline".
- Italics: You can apply a strikethrough to text and also italicize it by selecting the text and then clicking on the "Format" tab and selecting "Italic".
- Bold: You can apply a strikethrough to text and also bold it by selecting the text and then clicking on the "Format" tab and selecting "Bold".
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Applying the Strikethrough to the wrong text: Make sure to select the correct text before applying the strikethrough.
- Removing the Strikethrough incorrectly: Make sure to select the correct text before removing the strikethrough.
- Applying the Strikethrough to a single character: Make sure to select multiple characters before applying the strikethrough.
Conclusion
Applying a strikethrough in Google Docs on keyboard is a simple process that can be used to add emphasis to text. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can apply a strikethrough to text and also remove it. Additionally, you can combine the strikethrough feature with other formatting options to create a more complex design. With practice, you will become proficient in using the strikethrough feature in Google Docs.
Table: Google Docs Strikethrough Options
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Strikethrough | Applies a strikethrough to text |
| Underline | Applies an underline to text |
| Italic | Applies an italic font to text |
| Bold | Applies a bold font to text |
| Strikethrough and Underline | Applies a strikethrough and an underline to text |
| Strikethrough and Italic | Applies a strikethrough and an italic font to text |
| Strikethrough and Bold | Applies a strikethrough and a bold font to text |
Additional Resources
- Google Docs Help Center: Strikethrough
- Google Docs Tutorials: Strikethrough
- Google Docs Keyboard Shortcuts: Strikethrough