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How to Insert a Table in Microsoft Word

Organize, display, and format information with this handy feature

By Rebecca Johnson Rebecca Johnson Freelance Contributor Rebecca Johnson is a former freelance contributor to Lifewire and a Microsoft Office Certified Master Instructor who specializes in Microsoft Office products. lifewire's editorial guidelines Updated on February 4, 2022 Tweet Share Email Tweet Share Email MS Office Word Excel Powerpoint Outlook

What to Know

Select the Insert tab > Table > drag over the cells to select the desired number of columns and rows.For a large table, go to Insert > Table > Insert Table, select the number of columns and rows, and choose AutoFit to Window.
This article explains how to insert and modify a table in Word for Microsoft 365, Word 2019, Word 2016, Word 2013, and Word 2010.

Insert a Small Table

A table consists of rows and columns of cells where you place text. Using the simplest method to insert a table in Word, you may create a table consisting of up to 10 columns and 8 rows. Place the cursor where you want the table to appear. Go to Insert. In the Tables group, select Table, then drag over the cells to select the desired number of columns and rows. A table is inserted into the Word document with evenly spaced columns and rows, and the Table Design tab is displayed. Place the cursor in any cell to type text into it. Use the commands on the Table Design tab to format the table.

Insert a Larger Table

You aren’t limited to inserting a 10 x 8 table. You can insert larger tables into a document. Place the cursor where you want the table to appear. Go to Insert. In the Tables group, select Table, then choose Insert Table. In the Insert Table dialog box, select the number of columns and rows you want. In the AutoFit behavior section, select AutoFit to window. Select OK. A table is inserted into the Word document with evenly spaced columns and rows, and the Table Design tab is displayed. Place the cursor in any cell to type text into it. Use the commands on the Table Design tab to format the table.

Insert a Quick Table

Microsoft Word has many built-in table styles, including calendars, a tabular-styled table, a double table, a matrix, and a table with subheadings. When you insert a Quick Table, Word creates and formats the table automatically. Place the cursor where you want the table to appear. Go to Insert. In the Tables group, select Table. Select Quick Tables, then choose a table style. A pre-formatted table is inserted into the Word document, and the Table Design tab is displayed. Replace the text with your content. Use the commands on the Table Design tab to format the table. Was this page helpful? Thanks for letting us know! Get the Latest Tech News Delivered Every Day Subscribe Tell us why! Other Not enough details Hard to understand Submit More from Lifewire How to Insert a Table in Microsoft Word 2013 How to Insert a Page Break in Word How to Insert a PDF Into Word How to Embed Excel Files in Word Documents How to Insert a Document in Word How to Use Google Sheets How to Make a Brochure in Microsoft Word How to Use Text Boxes in Microsoft Word How to Add a Border in Google Docs How to Insert a Page in Word How to Insert Source Code Into a Word Document How to Put a Spreadsheet in Google Slides How to Make a Table in Google Docs How to Delete a Blank Page in Word How to Add and Remove a Border From a Word Document Working With Tables in Microsoft Word for Beginners Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up Newsletter Sign Up By clicking “Accept All Cookies”, you agree to the storing of cookies on your device to enhance site navigation, analyze site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts. Cookies Settings Accept All Cookies