Tables | IGCSE Information and Communication Technology Preparation - Year 11 PDF Download

Creating a Table

• Tables are generated by indicating the preferred number of rows and columns.
• This function is usually accessible through a menu or shortcut in the majority of word processing software.

Placing Text or Objects on a Table

• Text or objects like images or graphs can be inserted into table cells.
• Simply click on the cell and begin typing or paste the object into it.

Editing a Table and Its Contents

Tables can undergo various edits:

• Insert rows and columns: Incorporate additional rows or columns.
• Delete rows and columns: Eliminate unnecessary rows or columns.

• Merge cells involves consolidating two or more cells into a single unit.

Formatting a Table

Tables can be formatted to enhance readability and visual attractiveness. Here are some possibilities:

• Horizontal Cell Alignment: This allows you to choose how text aligns within a cell—left, right, center, or justified.
• Vertical Cell Alignment: This feature lets you set the alignment of text at the top, middle, or bottom of a cell.
  
• Show or hide gridlines: Display or hide the lines that make up the table.
  
• Wrap text within a cell: Make text automatically move to the next line when it reaches the edge of a cell.
• Shading/colouring cells: Apply a color to the background of a cell.
  
• Adjust row height and column width: Change the size of the cells in your table to better fit your content.