Subdividing or merging table cells

Subdividing cells

    You can select one or more cells and subdivide them into more columns and/or rows.

    To subdivide cells:
    1 Select one or more cells.
    The selected cells must form a rectangle or square.
    Note: If Auto Resize is on and there is content in the cells, the subdivision may not result in equally sized cells because cells resize to accommodate data. To subdivide the cells equally, turn off Auto Resize by choosing Auto Resize from the Table menu.
    2 Choose Subdivide Cells from the Table menu.
    3 Enter the number of columns or rows you want the subdivision to create.

    Tip: You can also use the cutter tool (in the Tools window) to subdivide cells. If the cutter tool is dimmed, double-click the table.

    Each line you draw with the cutter tool is a new cell border. After you use the cutter tool to create a new cell, click the table editing tool to return to regular table editing mode.

Merging cells

    You can select one or more cells and merge them into one cell. When cells are merged, the contents are combined in one cell, with tab spaces replacing the separating cell lines. The new cell is the same size as the original selection.

    To merge cells:
    1 Select one or more cells.
    The selected cells must form a rectangle or square.
    2 Choose Merge Cells from the Table menu.

 


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