How can I turn off strikethrough feature on my iPhone?

as a korean, i have a txt habit to use (~) several times in the sentence and from last update everytime when i use ~~~ several time my iphone automatically change it to strike through and i cant turn it off or change the format of it. Anyone know how to turn off this iphone strike thru function?



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iPhone 12, iOS 18

Posted on May 3, 2025 2:50 PM

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Posted on May 3, 2025 5:32 PM

im using basic keyboard and that link is not helping anything... i never used text replacement systems and i just double checked there is nothing at all...

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May 4, 2025 3:05 AM in response to Minminmini

Wrapping text in three tildes—like ~~~this~~~ won’t apply strikethrough (or any formatting) in iPhone's native apps like Messages, Notes, or Mail.


  • ~word~, ~~word~~, or ~~~word~~~ → All just show up as plain text.
  • iOS isn't Markdown-savvy in most native apps.



Unlike apps that support Markdown (like Slack, Discord, or some blogging platforms), iOS doesn’t interpret triple tildes—or any number of tildes—as formatting commands.


The app developer may not have updated their software to ensure compatibility with the iOS version your device is currently running.


If you encounter any challenges with third-party applications, the best course of action is to directly contact the app developer for further assistance. Here's a brief guide on how to do it:


  1. Identify the app developer.
  2. Visit their website or app store listing.
  3. Look for their contact information or support channels.
  4. Clearly describe the issue you are facing.
  5. Provide any necessary information they may need.
  6. Follow their instructions and provide feedback.
  7. Be patient and follow up if needed.


By reaching out to the app developer, you increase your chances of receiving accurate and personalized support for the challenges you're experiencing. To contact an App developer --> How to contact an app developer - Apple Support





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