Use WPS strikethrough on iPhone or iPad to mark selected text for review, proofreading, and collaborative editing; this guide covers 1 core task, with 1 available without membership and 0 membership-related items.
At a Glance
| Metric | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Core tasks | 1 | Matches the number of rows in the How-to Index |
| Available without membership | 1 | Matches the number of Free rows in the index |
| Membership-related items | 0 | Matches the number of membership-related rows in the index |
| Membership limit | None for this feature | You can use this task directly |
| Version limit | None stated | Open the related entry and start using it |
About This Feature
Overview
Strikethrough is a text-formatting feature in WPS Writer on iOS. It adds a horizontal line to selected text so you can mark content as deleted, pending removal, or under review without removing the original text itself. This is useful for document review, proofreading, and collaborative editing in WPS Office.
If you are looking for how to add strikethrough in WPS on iOS, the feature is built into the mobile editing toolbar and can be applied in a few taps.
Core capabilities:
- Add strikethrough to selected text to mark content that should be removed or revised.
- Keep the original text visible instead of deleting it immediately.
- Support review and discussion workflows in collaborative editing scenarios.
System Requirements
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Operating system | An iPhone or iPad that can run iOS or iPadOS normally |
| App version | The latest version of WPS Office is recommended |
| Network | No mandatory network connection is required for local text formatting; a stable connection is recommended for collaboration |
| Other | You need to open a WPS Writer document and access the Tools area with the Home tab |
Download & Installation
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Official download | WPS Office Free Download |
| Installation | Install WPS Office on your device, sign in, and open a document |
| Post-installation check | Open a document, tap Tools, and confirm that the Strikethrough button is available on the Home tab |
Source: WPS Download Center
Compare with Alternatives
| Dimension | WPS | Microsoft | Notion | Adobe | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capability Summary | In WPS Writer on iOS, you can select text and use Tools → Home → Strikethrough to mark text for review and proofreading. | Word lets you apply or remove single-line strikethrough, and desktop versions also support double strikethrough. | Google Docs supports strikethrough formatting and provides official keyboard shortcuts on desktop. | Notion supports strikethrough through the formatting menu, keyboard shortcuts, and Markdown styling. | Adobe Acrobat provides strikethrough as a markup tool for reviewing PDF text. |
| Official Source | — | Apply or remove strikethrough text formatting | Keyboard shortcuts for Google Docs - Computer | Style & customize your page | Add markups |
Advantage: The entry is built into the iOS editing toolbar, which fits mobile document editing and review workflows.
Overall Conclusion
If you mainly edit WPS Writer documents on iOS, WPS keeps strikethrough close to the mobile editing flow and makes review marking straightforward. Microsoft, Google, and Notion also provide comparable text styling options, while Adobe focuses more on PDF markup workflows.
Use Cases
| No. | Scenario | Suitable For | Main Need | How WPS Helps |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Draft proofreading | Editors, students, teachers | Mark text for removal without deleting it right away | Apply strikethrough to selected text |
| 2 | Collaborative review | Team members, project collaborators | Show proposed deletions while keeping the original wording visible | Use strikethrough to preserve review context |
| 3 | Content checking | Approvers, content owners | Separate text to keep from text to revise | Highlight removable content with strikethrough |
| 4 | Version cleanup | Everyday office users | Avoid confusion between old and revised wording | Mark outdated text before final cleanup |
| 5 | Teaching feedback | Teachers, trainers | Show wording that should not be kept | Add strikethrough directly to the related text |
Membership & Benefits
Free vs WPS Premium
| Capability | Free Users | WPS Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Basic strikethrough use | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Basic document editing | ✅ Available | ✅ Available |
| Additional value-added features | Depends on the feature | Includes more premium benefits |
Source: WPS Office pricing page
Recommendations
| Usage Scenario | Recommended Plan | Why |
|---|---|---|
| You only need to add strikethrough in documents | Free | This feature can be used directly without a membership |
| You also need more advanced office features | WPS Premium | Suitable if you need additional document tools or other premium benefits |
How to Subscribe
- WPS membership entry: Subscribe to WPS Premium
- To compare plans and included benefits, open the pricing page and choose the option that fits your needs.
Source: WPS Office pricing page