# How to Cross Out the Text in Microsoft Excel

> To cross out text in Microsoft Excel, first select the desired text in your worksheet. Next, click the 'More Font Options' button in the top menu bar, and then choose 'Strikethrough' from the list of options to immediately apply the effect.

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Apps: Microsoft, Excel
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Inside your Microsoft Excel worksheet, find and select the text you wish to cross out.
2. After that, head over to the top menu bar and then click the 'More Font Options' button.
3. Choose 'Strikethrough' from the list of options.
4. After completing these steps, the selected text on your Microsoft Excel worksheet will be crossed out immediately.