Excel strikethrough shortcut
Windows
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⌘cmd⇧shiftXSelect the cells and press Ctrl+5 on Windows or Cmd+Shift+X on a Mac. Press it again to remove the line.
Good to know
- To strike through only some characters, press F2 to edit the cell, select the characters, then use the shortcut.
Try it now
Your browser or operating system handles this one before a web page can see it, so press it in the real app instead.
Practise it with the rest of the set
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Questions
What is the excel strikethrough shortcut?
Select the cells and press Ctrl+5 on Windows or Cmd+Shift+X on a Mac. Press it again to remove the line.