Strikethrough Text Generator

Want to cross out text online? This free Strikethrough Text Generator converts normal text into strikethrough style using Unicode. Type or paste, then copy anywhere.

Strikethrough Text Options

Strikeout Text How-to Guide

  1. Enter your text: Type or paste the normal text you want to strike through in the input box.
  2. Select a strikethrough style: Choose from Long Crossline, Short Crossline, Diagonal Slash, or Wavy Crossline.
  3. Apply optional formatting: Enable Bold or Italic to enhance the visual style of your crossed-out text. Your formatted text will appear in the output box instantly.
  4. Copy or export: Use the Copy button to copy it to your clipboard, or Export to download as a .txt file.

No account or app required. Works directly in your browser — type, style, and paste within seconds!

What is Strikethrough or Cross Out Text?

Strikethrough text—also known as crossed-out text—is a typographic style where a horizontal line runs through the center of each character. It's often used to indicate deletion, correction, or importance, without completely removing the original content. In digital formats, this effect is typically created using formatting tools or special Unicode characters that overlay a line on top of the text.

Where Is Strikethrough Text Used?

Strikethrough text is used to show something has been removed, updated, or corrected without actually deleting it. It helps readers see what was changed.

  • Editing and drafts: Used in documents or notes to mark revisions or removed words.
  • Online shopping: Shows original prices before discount (e.g., crossed-out $999 next to $599).
  • Social media posts: Adds humor or correction by crossing out a word and replacing it.
  • Chats and comments: Fixes typos or shows a change in thought (e.g., Just had the worse → worst coffee ever).

The main idea is to keep the old content visible while clearly marking it as changed.

Available Strikethrough Text Styles

This tool lets you choose from six unique strikethrough looks. Each one uses different Unicode formatting, so you can match the look to your content or platform.

  • Long Crossline𝖠̶𝖼̶𝗍̶𝗎̶𝖺̶𝗅̶ 𝖯̶𝗋̶𝖾̶𝗏̶𝗂̶𝖾̶𝗐̶ 𝗈̶𝖿̶ 𝖫̶𝗈̶𝗇̶𝗀̶ 𝖢̶𝗋̶𝗈̶𝗌̶𝗌̶𝗅̶𝗂̶𝗇̶𝖾̶ 𝖳̶𝖾̶𝗑̶𝗍̶
  • Short CrosslineA̵c̵t̵u̵a̵l̵ P̵r̵e̵v̵i̵e̵w̵ o̵f̵ S̵h̵o̵r̵t̵ C̵r̵o̵s̵s̵l̵i̵n̵e̵ T̵e̵x̵t̵
  • Diagonal SlashA̸c̸t̸u̸a̸l̸ P̸r̸e̸v̸i̸e̸w̸ o̸f̸ D̸i̸a̸g̸o̸n̸a̸l̸ S̸l̸a̸s̸h̸ C̸r̸o̸s̸s̸l̸i̸n̸e̸ T̸e̸x̸t̸
  • Wavy CrosslineA̴c̴t̴u̴a̴l̴ P̴r̴e̴v̴i̴e̴w̴ o̴f̴ W̴a̴v̴y̴ C̴r̴o̴s̴s̴l̴i̴n̴e̴ T̴e̴x̴t̴
  • Bold Strikethrough𝗔̶𝗰̶𝘁̶𝘂̶𝗮̶𝗹̶ 𝗣̶𝗿̶𝗲̶𝘃̶𝗶̶𝗲̶𝘄̶ 𝗼̶𝗳̶ 𝗕̶𝗼̶𝗹̶𝗱̶ 𝗦̶𝘁̶𝗿̶𝗶̶𝗸̶𝗲̶𝘁̶𝗵̶𝗿̶𝗼̶𝘂̶𝗴̶𝗵̶ 𝗧̶𝗲̶𝘅̶𝘁̶
  • Italic Strikethrough𝘈̶𝘤̶𝘵̶𝘶̶𝘢̶𝘭̶ 𝘗̶𝘳̶𝘦̶𝘷̶𝘪̶𝘦̶𝘸̶ 𝘰̶𝘧̶ 𝘐̶𝘵̶𝘢̶𝘭̶𝘪̶𝘤̶ 𝘚̶𝘵̶𝘳̶𝘪̶𝘬̶𝘦̶𝘵̶𝘩̶𝘳̶𝘰̶𝘶̶𝘨̶𝘩̶ 𝘛̶𝘦̶𝘹̶𝘵̶

FEATURES

Cross Out Text Online — Unicode Strikethrough

Type once, pick a crossline style, optionally stack bold or italic unicode, then copy or export. Built for Instagram, WhatsApp, Facebook, and other plaintext boxes.

Four crossline styles + bold/italic

  • Choose Long Crossline, Short Crossline, Diagonal Slash, or Wavy Crossline—each powered by a different Unicode combining overlay.
  • Toggle Bold or Italic mathematical letters before the strike is applied so you can stack emphasis without leaving the page.
  • Upload a .txt file when you already have draft copy ready to convert.

Instant output you can paste anywhere

  • The output box updates live as you type—no generate button, no install, no signup.
  • Use Copy for clipboard paste into bios and chats, or Export to download a .txt file.
  • Everything runs in your browser; your draft text is not uploaded to our servers.

Made for social edits & price callouts

  • Cross out old prices, joke corrections, and revised takes while keeping the original wording visible.
  • Short strikethrough tends to render most reliably across apps—preview on your phone when it matters.
  • Remember: this is a visual Unicode effect, not semantic HTML strikethrough for accessibility.

USE CASES

Where crossed-out text helps

Keep the old wording visible while clearly marking what changed—great for humor, edits, and promo callouts.

  • Editing and drafts

    Mark revisions or removed words in notes and plaintext docs without deleting the original phrasing.

  • Online shopping & promos

    Show the original price before a discount with crossed-out unicode next to the new number.

  • Social media posts

    Add humor or a correction by crossing out a word and replacing it in Instagram, X, or Facebook captions.

  • Chats and comments

    Fix typos or show a change in thought in WhatsApp, Discord, and comment threads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Use this free Strikethrough Text Generator to create text with a line through it. Type or paste your words, choose a strikeout style, and copy the result—no Word, Docs, or plugins needed.