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Tables are a quick and helpful way to depict simple sets of data. They can be used comparatively, categorically, and sequentially, to name just a few uses.
Tables can have as many rows and columns as the user needs. Data in a table can take almost any format. With this in mind, it's important to stay consistent by using only one format per column.
| Column 1 | Column 2 (and beyond...) | |
|---|---|---|
Data Type | Plain text or number | Plain text or number |
Contents | Provide a column title that indicates the contents of this column This column may show row titles modifying the contents in column 2 (and beyond); see examples above and below. Or, this column may show nominal or numerical data. | Provide a column title that indicates the contents in this column This column may show nominal or numerical data
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You might format your spreadsheet like this:
| State | State Flower |
|---|---|
Maine | White pine cone |
| New Hampshire | Purple lilac |
| Vermont | Red clover |
| Massachusetts | Mayflower |
Go to Chart Customization Options for more options.
Show alternating row colors?: choose whether every other row in the table is shaded
Rows per page: sets the number of rows to show per page of your table
Page controls: choose whether to enable the page control buttons at the bottom left of the table