Add a Strikethrough to Text

The Strikethrough Text Tool lets you add a visual strike-through effect to every character using Unicode combining marks. It works on plain text without needing rich formatting, which makes it perfect for sharing stylized content in environments where HTML or Markdown isn’t supported. You can paste your text or upload a .txt file, and the strikethrough result appears live.

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How to Use:

  1. Paste or type your text into the input area on the left.
  2. You can also upload a .txt file using the Choose File button.
  3. The output box on the right will update instantly with strikethrough formatting.
  4. Click Copy Output to copy the result.
  5. Click Export to File to download the modified text.
  6. Use Clear All to reset the input, output, and file.

What Strikethrough Text Tool can do:

Strikethrough Text Tool applies the Unicode character U+0336 (the combining long stroke overlay) to each visible character. This overlays a strike-through bar, which shows up in most modern apps, messaging platforms, and operating systems. It works line-by-line and supports live preview, character counting, and file input/output all handled in your browser.

Example:

Input:

Strike out these words.

Output:

S̶t̶r̶i̶k̶e̶ ̶o̶u̶t̶ ̶t̶h̶e̶s̶e̶ ̶w̶o̶r̶d̶s̶.̶

Common Use Cases:

Use this tool when you want to create crossed-out text for jokes, edits, emphasis, or visual effects in plain-text environments. It’s great for social media captions, comments, note-taking, and any platform where regular strikethrough formatting doesn’t exist.

Useful Tools & Suggestions:

Once you’ve added a strikethrough, Add a Prefix to Words can be useful if you’re marking up changes or edits great for showing what’s replacing the crossed-out text. And if you’re building a visual changelog or styled document, Add an Underline to Text helps balance things out by giving emphasis where needed.

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