Tables

If your document needs to contain a large number of tables, you should create a custom table format so all of your tables have the same formatting. When creating your template table, the layout will more easily be accepted if you use a table with several rows and columns.

For this section we will assume you already know the basics of inserting and formatting a table.

Creating a Table Format

Use this process to add a new table style to the list of table formats.

1.Format a table in your document.

2.Select the table, and then choose Table > AutoFormat.

3.Click Add.

4.In the Add AutoFormat dialog, enter a name for your table format.

5.Click OK.

Applying a Table Format

1.Click in a table cell in a table you want to format.

2.Choose Table > AutoFormat.

3.Select the format that you to want to apply.

4.Click OK.