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 1. Creating a Table in MS Word

A table is used to organize information in rows and columns, making it neat and easy to read.

Steps:

1. Insert tab → Tables group → Table

2. Select the required number of rows and columns.

Key Points:

• A table is made up of rows, columns, and cells.
• Tables are useful for timetables, marks, and lists.

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2. Editing a Table in MS Word

Editing a table means adding, deleting, or modifying its rows, columns, or contents.

Steps:

1. Table Layout tab → Rows & Columns group → Insert or Delete

2. Click inside a cell to edit its contents.

Key Points:

• You can insert rows or columns anywhere in the table.
• Changes can be made at any time.

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3. Adding Borders to a Table

Borders are lines around the cells that make a table look clear and well-organized.

Steps:

1. Select the table or cells.
2. Table Design tab → Borders group → Borders
3. Choose the required border style.

Key Points:

• Borders improve the appearance of a table.
• Different line styles and colours can be applied.

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4. Applying Shading to a Table

Shading adds a background colour to table cells to highlight important information.

Steps:

1. Select the table or cells.
2. Table Design tab → Table Styles group → Shading

1. Select the desired colour.

Key Points:

• Use light colours for better readability.
• Shading makes tables more attractive.

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5. Resizing a Table

Resizing changes the size of a table, its rows, or its columns to fit the document.

Steps:

1. Table Layout tab → Cell Size group → Height or Width

2. Or drag the table resize handle.

Key Points:

• Adjust the table size without changing its contents.
• Keep column widths consistent for a neat layout.

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6. Merging and Splitting a Table

Merge combines two or more cells into one, while Split divides a cell into multiple cells.

Steps:

1. Merge Cells: Table Layout tab → Merge group → Merge Cells

2. Split Cells: Table Layout tab → Merge group → Split Cells

Key Points:

• Merge cells to create headings.
• Split cells to organize data more effectively.