How to Strikethrough Text in a PDF in 4 Steps
Open Your PDF
Upload or drag and drop your PDF document into the Strikethrough PDF editor.
Select the Strikethrough Tool
Click the Strikeout tool icon from the toolbar and choose your preferred line color and stroke width.
Draw Over the Text
Click and drag your mouse or stylus across the words or sentences you want to cross out.
Save and Download
Click Save Changes or Download PDF to export your annotated document with permanent markup.
How to Strikethrough Text in a PDF
Does strikethrough delete or erase the text underneath?
No. A strikethrough draws an annotation line across the selected text while keeping the underlying text intact. If you need to permanently redact or hide sensitive information, use our Whiteout or Redact tool instead.
Can I customize the color and thickness of the strikethrough line?
Yes. You can select any color from the palette (red, black, blue, gray, etc.) and adjust the stroke width to match your document typography.
How do I remove or undo a strikethrough line?
Click the Undo button in the top toolbar, or switch to the Select tool, click on the strikethrough line annotation, and press Delete or Backspace.
Will my strikethrough annotations show up in Adobe Acrobat and Preview?
Yes. The annotations are saved standard PDF vector graphics that display accurately in Adobe Acrobat, Apple Preview, Google Chrome, and all PDF viewers.
Is my PDF uploaded to any third-party server?
No. KissThePDF processes your PDF entirely within your browser memory. Your sensitive documents never leave your computer.