Strikethrough is a handy formatting tool, often used for marking text changes or crossed-out items in documents. Here’s how to use strikethrough shortcuts effectively across Word, Excel, and PowerPoint on both PC and Mac.

Word Strikethrough Shortcut

• PC Shortcut: Press Alt + H + 4 or open the Font dialog box with Ctrl + D and select Strikethrough.
• Mac Shortcut: Use Cmd + Shift + X directly, or open the Font dialog with Cmd + D.

Excel Strikethrough Shortcut

• PC Shortcut: Excel doesn’t have a direct strikethrough shortcut, but you can add one by opening the Format Cells menu with Ctrl + 1 and selecting Strikethrough.
• Mac Shortcut: Use Cmd + Shift + X.

PowerPoint Strikethrough Shortcut

• PC Shortcut: Press Alt + H + 4 or open the Font dialog with Ctrl + T.
• Mac Shortcut: Use Cmd + T to access Font settings.

Why Use Strikethrough?

Strikethrough text is perfect for revisions, task tracking, and emphasizing removed content. Using shortcuts can speed up workflow, especially when editing or revising documents.