Choosing the Number of Rows and Columns

Use the Table Design tab of the Table Properties box to change the number of rows or columns in a table.

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Use the plus (+) or minus (-) signs next to Columns or Rows to adjust the number.

Alternatively, place the cursor within the table then add or remove columns relative to that cell. See Adding or Removing Rows and Columns.

Learn About Adding or Removing Rows and Columns

Adding or Removing Rows and Columns

To add or remove table rows and columns, follow these steps.

Note: You can also adjust the number of rows and columns using the Table Wizard. See Also: Creating a Table Using the Table Wizard.

1. Place the cursor in the cell from which you want to add or delete rows or columns.

2. Right click the mouse. A menu appears.

Menu options relating to adding/removing rows or columns are highlighted below.

3. Click the appropriate menu option. For example, to add a row above the current cursor location, click Insert Row Above.

Note: These options are also on the toolbar.