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How to clear text formatting in Google Slides

Remove all text formatting from the selected text, restoring it to the default style.

Ctrl + \

📋 Step-by-Step Guide

  1. 1.Open Google Slides in your browser.
  2. 2.Select the slide, object, or text you want to work with.
  3. 3.Press Ctrl + \ to clear text formatting.

🎯 Shortcut Keys by Platform

PlatformShortcut
💻 PC / Windows
Ctrl + \
🍎 Mac
+ \
💻 Chrome OS
Ctrl + \

💡 Pro Tips

  • You can combine this shortcut with the other Common Actions shortcuts to speed up your workflow.
  • If you forget this shortcut, press Ctrl + / (or ⌘ + / on Mac) to see all available keyboard shortcuts in Google Slides.

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