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Complete Guide to Strikethrough Text in WhatsApp

Want to add corrections, show humor, or create engaging messages in WhatsApp? Strikethrough text is perfect for crossing out words, showing changes, or adding a playful touch to your conversations. This comprehensive guide will teach you everything about using strikethrough formatting in WhatsApp.

The Simple Method: Using Tildes (~)

The easiest way to create strikethrough text in WhatsApp is by using tilde symbols before and after your text.

How It Works:

• Type: ~your text here~
• Result: your text here

Important Rules:

• ✓ Use tildes (~) not hyphens (-)
• ✓ No spaces between tildes and text
• ✓ Must have tildes on both sides
• ✓ Works for single words or entire sentences

Method 2: Using the Formatting Menu

On Android:

1. Type your message
2. Long press on the text
3. Select the text you want to format
4. Tap the three dots (⋮)
5. Select ‘Strikethrough’

On iPhone:

1. Type your message
2. Tap and hold the text
3. Select the text
4. Tap ‘BIU’
5. Choose ‘Strikethrough’

On WhatsApp Web/Desktop:

1. Type your message
2. Select the text
3. Press Ctrl+Shift+X (Windows) or Cmd+Shift+X (Mac)

Creative Ways to Use Strikethrough

1. Show Corrections

Meeting is at ~3 PM~ 4 PM today

Result: Meeting is at 3 PM 4 PM today

2. Add Humor

I ~hate~ love working on Mondays!

Result: I hate love working on Mondays!

3. Show Price Discounts

~$99~ NOW ONLY $49!

Result: $99 NOW ONLY $49!

4. Express Sarcasm

~Totally~ didn't forget about the meeting

Result: Totally didn’t forget about the meeting

5. Show Changes

Venue changed from ~Office~ to Coffee Shop

Result: Venue changed from Office to Coffee Shop

Combining Strikethrough with Other Formats

Strikethrough + Bold

• Type: ~*Old Price*~
• Result: Old Price

Strikethrough + Italic

• Type: ~_Wrong info_~
• Result: Wrong info

All Three Combined

• Type: ~*_Triple format_*~
• Result: Triple format

Best Use Cases for Strikethrough

Business & Professional:

• Showing price reductions and discounts
• Correcting information in group chats
• Updating meeting details
• Crossing out completed tasks

Personal & Casual:

• Adding humor to messages
• Expressing sarcasm or irony
• Showing thought processes
• Creating engaging storytelling

Sales & Marketing:

• Highlighting special offers
• Showing before/after prices
• Creating urgency (limited time offers)
• Making promotions stand out

Common Mistakes to Avoid

1. Spaces Between Tildes

❌ Wrong: ~ text ~

✓ Correct: ~text~

2. Using Wrong Symbol

❌ Wrong: -text- (hyphen)

✓ Correct: ~text~ (tilde)

3. Only One Tilde

❌ Wrong: ~only one side

✓ Correct: ~both sides~

Where to Find Tilde (~) on Your Keyboard

On iPhone:

1. Open keyboard
2. Tap 123 for numbers
3. Tap #+= for symbols
4. Find ~ tilde

On Android:

1. Open keyboard
2. Tap ?123
3. Tap =\< (symbols)
4. Find ~ tilde

On Desktop:

• Windows: Shift + or Option + N

Creative Examples for Different Scenarios

For Shopping Groups:

Flash Sale! ~$299~ $199 today only! 🔥

For Task Lists:

✓ ~Buy groceries~

✓ ~Call dentist~

○ Pay bills

For Event Updates:

Party ~Friday 8 PM~ CHANGED to Saturday 7 PM

For Funny Messages:

I'm ~definitely not~ procrastinating right now 😅

For Corrections:

The report is due ~tomorrow~ today! Please hurry!

Troubleshooting

Strikethrough Not Working?

• Make sure you’re using tildes (~) not hyphens
• Remove spaces between tildes and text
• Check both tildes are present
• Update WhatsApp to latest version
• Try the built-in formatting menu

Tildes Showing in Message?

If recipient sees ~text~ instead of text:

• They might have an outdated WhatsApp version
• Ask them to update the app
• Use formatting menu method instead

Quick Reference: All Formatting Symbols

Want to master all WhatsApp text formatting options? Visit our comprehensive Text Styles Guide to learn bold, italic, monospace, and combination formatting techniques.

Pro Tips

• 💰 Sales Power: Strikethrough old prices to highlight discounts
• 😄 Add Humor: Perfect for sarcastic or funny messages
• ✏️ Quick Edits: Show corrections without deleting original text
• 📝 Task Lists: Cross out completed items
• 🎯 Emphasis: Draw attention to changes or updates
• 🔄 Version Control: Show what changed in documents

Conclusion

Strikethrough text is one of the most versatile formatting options in WhatsApp. Whether you’re correcting information, adding humor, highlighting discounts, or just making your messages more engaging, mastering strikethrough will enhance your WhatsApp communication.

Remember: the tilde (~) is your friend! Use it strategically to make your messages stand out, convey tone, and add personality to your conversations. With just two tilde symbols, you can transform ordinary text into engaging, dynamic messages that grab attention.

Start experimenting with strikethrough today and discover new creative ways to express yourself on WhatsApp!