Strikethrough Text Generator

Create s̶t̶r̶i̶k̶e̶t̶h̶r̶o̶u̶g̶h̶ text using Unicode combining characters.

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How to Use the Strikethrough Text Generator

  1. 1

    Paste or Type Your Text

    Enter the text you want to transform in the input field. You can type directly or paste text from any source.

  2. 2

    Configure Options (If Available)

    Some tools offer additional options to customize the transformation. Adjust these settings as needed.

  3. 3

    View Results in Real-Time

    The converted text appears instantly in the output field. Results update automatically as you type.

  4. 4

    Copy the Result

    Click the "Copy Result" button to copy the transformed text to your clipboard, ready to paste anywhere.

Examples & Use Cases

Humorous Edit

Input:

My boss is terrible wonderful

Output:

M̶y̶ ̶b̶o̶s̶s̶ ̶i̶s̶ ̶t̶e̶r̶r̶i̶b̶l̶e̶ wonderful

Price Markdown

Input:

$99.99

Output:

$̶9̶9̶.̶9̶9̶

Sarcastic Statement

Input:

I love Mondays

Output:

I̶ ̶l̶o̶v̶e̶ ̶M̶o̶n̶d̶a̶y̶s̶

About the Strikethrough Text Generator

The Strikethrough Text Generator creates s̶t̶r̶i̶k̶e̶t̶h̶r̶o̶u̶g̶h̶ ̶t̶e̶x̶t̶ using Unicode combining characters. This horizontal line through text effect is perfect for indicating deleted content, showing corrections, creating humor through visible edits, or adding emphasis in ways that aren't possible with regular formatting.

How Unicode Strikethrough Works

Unlike HTML or CSS strikethrough (which only works where formatting is supported), our generator adds the Unicode combining character U+0336 (COMBINING LONG STROKE OVERLAY) after each character. This creates a line through the text that works anywhere Unicode is supported.

The Technical Details

Unicode combining characters are special characters that modify the character before them. The strikethrough effect works by:

  1. Taking each character in your text
  2. Appending the combining strikethrough character (̶) after it
  3. Your device renders the combination as a struck-through character

Creative Uses for Strikethrough

  • Humorous corrections: "I'm ̶a̶l̶w̶a̶y̶s̶ sometimes right"
  • Showing thought process: "We should ̶g̶i̶v̶e̶ ̶u̶p̶ keep trying"
  • Price reductions: "̶$̶9̶9̶ NOW $49"
  • Dramatic reveals: "The ̶b̶u̶t̶l̶e̶r̶ gardener did it"
  • Self-deprecating humor: "Having a ̶m̶e̶l̶t̶d̶o̶w̶n̶ great day"
  • Showing edits: Display what was removed or changed

Platform Compatibility

Unicode strikethrough works on most modern platforms:

  • ✓ Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
  • ✓ Discord, Slack, WhatsApp
  • ✓ Reddit, YouTube comments
  • ✓ Most email clients
  • ✓ Standard text editors

Strikethrough vs Other Methods

  • Unicode strikethrough: Works anywhere, but character-by-character
  • HTML <del> or <s>: Clean line, but only works in HTML
  • Markdown ~~text~~: Platform-specific support (Discord, Reddit, Slack)
  • CSS text-decoration: Best for web design, no portability

Visual Variations

The appearance of strikethrough may vary slightly depending on:

  • The font being used
  • The operating system and browser
  • Screen resolution and zoom level

Frequently Asked Questions

How does strikethrough text work on social media?

Our generator uses Unicode combining characters that work on any platform supporting Unicode. The strikethrough character (U+0336) is added after each letter, creating the crossed-out effect that displays correctly on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Discord, and most other platforms.

Why does my strikethrough look different on different devices?

Different fonts and operating systems render Unicode combining characters slightly differently. The strikethrough line may appear thicker, thinner, or positioned slightly differently depending on your device and the app you're using.

Can I use strikethrough in Twitter/X posts?

Yes! Twitter supports Unicode characters including strikethrough. Unlike platforms with Markdown support, Twitter doesn't have built-in strikethrough formatting, so Unicode combining characters are the only way to achieve this effect.

Is there a difference between Unicode and HTML strikethrough?

HTML strikethrough (using <del>, <s>, or CSS) creates a cleaner line and is better for websites. Unicode strikethrough adds combining characters to each letter, making it portable but sometimes less uniform. Choose based on where you need the text to appear.

Will search engines index strikethrough text normally?

Search engines may have difficulty with Unicode combining characters. The base text is there, but the combining characters might affect how text is indexed. For SEO-important content, avoid using Unicode strikethrough.

Can I undo or remove the strikethrough effect?

To remove the strikethrough, you would need to strip the combining characters (U+0336) from the text. Simply retyping the text normally is usually easier than trying to clean up struck-through text.

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