How to Remove Bullet Points in Google Docs (2024 Update)
In this article, we will show you exactly how to remove bullet points in Google Docs. Simply follow the steps below.
How to Remove Bullets in Google Docs
Removing bullet points in Google Docs can be accomplished using two effective methods: ‘Using the Bulleted List Icon’ and ‘Keyboard Shortcut’. We will discuss how to use each method in the following sections.
Method 1: Using the Bulleted List Icon
Follow the steps below to use the bulleted list icon in the toolbar to quickly remove bullet points from selected text.
1. Highlight the Bulleted Text
Select the text that contains bullet points by clicking and dragging your mouse over the text. Ensure you start from the first bullet and go to the last bullet.
2. Remove the Bullets by Clicking the Icon
Click the bullet point icon after selecting your text. This will remove the bullets, turning your bulleted list into standard text.
3. Verify Changes in Your Document
After clicking the icon, check that the bullet points have been removed. The text should now appear as standard paragraphs, confirming the change was successful.
Method 2: Using the Keyboard Shortcut
Below are the steps to eliminate bullet points using the keyboard shortcut.
1. Highlight the Bulleted Text
Select the text that contains bullet points by clicking and dragging your mouse over the text. Ensure you start from the first bullet and go to the last bullet.
2. Remove the Bullets by Pressing Ctrl + Shift + 8
With the text still highlighted, press the “Ctrl + Shift + 8” keys simultaneously on your keyboard. This keyboard shortcut will remove the bullets from your selected text.
3. Verify Changes in Your Document
After clicking the icon, check that the bullet points have been removed. The text should now appear as standard paragraphs, confirming the change was successful.
We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to remove a bullet point in Google Docs. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to add a bullet point in Google Docs and how to move bullet points to the left in Google Docs.
