How to Cross Out Text in PDFs, Word, and Google Docs

In this guide, we take you through the process of how to cross out text in PDFs, Word and Google Docs.

This forms part of our tutorials on giving feedback using the annotation tools in PDF Reader Pro.

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How to Cross Out Text in PDFs

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Step 1: Download PDF Reader Pro

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Step 2: Open Your Document

Drag your file into the application Home.



Step 3: Click on "Tools" on the Menu

Choose "Strikethrough" from the options.

How to Cross Out Text in Word

A very similiar process applies for Microsoft Word documents.

Step 1: Open Your Word Document

Step 2: Select the Text to Cross Out

Choose the "Strikethrough" option from the menu.

How to Cross Out Text in Google Docs

Another option applies to Google Docs, allowing you to strikethrough and annotate text.

Step 1: Open Your Google Doc

Step 2: Highlight Your Text

Choose "Format", select "Text" and choose the strikethrough option.



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