How to Cross Out Text on Discord for Desktop (PC) and Mobile Devices

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Discord is a popular communication platform that allows users to chat, voice call, and share media with friends and communities. One useful feature of Discord is the ability to format text in messages, which can help to make important information stand out or add emphasis to a point. One such formatting option is the ability to cross out text, which can be useful for marking text as no longer relevant or for making a point in a humorous way. In this guide, we will explore how to cross out text in Discord on PC, iPhone, and Android devices, so you can add this useful formatting option to your messaging repertoire.

How to cross out text on PC

Step 1: Open Discord and navigate to the chat or channel where you want to post the crossed out text.

Step 2: Type your text in Discord.

Step 3: Place two tildes (~) on either side of the text you want to cross out. For example: ~~this text is crossed out~~

Step 4: Press enter to send the message.

That's it! Your text will appear crossed out in the Discord chat. You can use this same method to cross out text in any message you post on Discord, whether it's a new message or a reply to an existing one.

Note that the tilde symbols must be placed directly next to the text you want to cross out, with no spaces in between. If there are any spaces, the text will not be crossed out. Also, be aware that this formatting only works for text, not for links or other types of content.

How to cross out text on iPhone

Step 1: Open the Discord app on your mobile device and navigate to the channel or chat where you want to post the crossed out text.

Step 2: Type out the text you want to cross out.

Step 3: To cross out the text, add two tilde (~) symbols on either side of the text. For example, this text “~~this is an example text~~” is crossed out. To get to the ~ symbol follow these steps.

Step 4: Check that the text appears the way you want it to.

Step 5: Tap the send button to post your message.

How to cross out text on Android

Step 1: Open the Discord app on your mobile device and navigate to the channel or chat where you want to post the crossed out text.

Step 2: Type out the text you want to cross out.

Step 4: Check that the text appears the way you want it to.

Step 5: Tap the send button to post your message.

FAQ’s

What does it mean to cross out text in Discord?

Crossing out text in Discord is a formatting option that allows you to visually strike through text you've written. This is commonly used to indicate a correction or to show that text should be ignored.

How do I cross out text in Discord?

To cross out text in Discord, you can use the tilde (~) symbol. Place two tildes on either side of the text you want to cross out. For example: this text is crossed out.

Can I cross out text in a Discord message I already sent?

No, you cannot cross out text in a Discord message you already sent. You can edit your message to correct errors or add information, but you cannot change the formatting of the text.

What other formatting options are available in Discord?

In addition to crossing out text, you can also bold, italicize, or underline text in Discord. You can use asterisks for bold (text), underscores for italicized text (text), and double underscores for underlined text (text).

Can I cross out text in Discord on mobile?

Yes, you can cross out text in Discord on mobile devices using the same method as on a desktop computer.

Does everyone see my crossed out text in Discord?

Yes, anyone who can view the message in Discord will see the crossed out text.

Can I cross out text in a Discord username or channel name?

No, you cannot cross out text in a Discord username or channel name.

Is there a limit to how much text I can cross out in Discord?

There is no official limit to how much text you can cross out in Discord, but using it excessively can make your message harder to read and may annoy other users.

Can I customize the color or style of crossed out text in Discord?

No, you cannot customize the color or style of crossed out text in Discord. The default style is a strikethrough line in the center of the text.

Are there any other symbols I can use to cross out text in Discord?

No, the tilde symbol (~) is the only symbol that can be used to cross out text in Discord.