WPS Strikethrough on Windows FAQ

This FAQ covers 4 common questions about WPS Strikethrough on Windows, including formatting differences, shortcut use, partial text formatting, and cases where the effect does not appear.

FAQ

What is the difference between strikethrough and underline?

1. Strikethrough places a horizontal line through the middle of text and is often used for deleted, invalid, or completed content.
2. Underline places a line below the text and is usually used for emphasis or visual distinction.
3. If you want to keep the original text visible while showing that it should no longer apply, strikethrough is usually the better choice.

Why does nothing happen when I click the strikethrough button?

1. Make sure the target cell or the text inside the cell is selected first.
2. Check whether the worksheet is editable and whether the cell is protected.
3. If the button still does not work, try the Format Cells dialog and select the Strikethrough checkbox there.

Can I apply strikethrough to only part of the text in a cell?

1. Double-click the cell to enter editing mode, or place the cursor in the formula bar.
2. Select only the part of the text that you want to format.
3. Click Strikethrough or apply the same setting from the related formatting option.

What is the keyboard shortcut for strikethrough in WPS Spreadsheet?

1. In WPS Spreadsheet on Windows, select the target cell or text first.
2. Press Ctrl+5.
3. Press Ctrl+5 again if you want to remove the effect.

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