How to Create a Simple Table in Word 2003

Create a simple table in Word 2003 to view and organize data with ease.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Word 2003
• Computer

1. Open a blank or existing Word document.

2. Position your cursor where you want the table to appear.

3. Select "Table" from the toolbar, and then "Insert." Select "Table" again.

4. Choose the number of columns (the vertical sections).

5. Choose the number of rows (the horizontal sections).

6. Determine the "AutoFit behavior" next. You may set a fixed column width (cells will not change size), AutoFit to window (cells will adjust to fit the width of a Web browser) or AutoFit to contents (cells will change width according to the text you type).

7. Click "AutoFormat" in the same window to apply a template design to your table. Select "OK."

8. Type whatever you want to appear in each cell. Hit the "Tab" key to switch between cells.

Tips & Warnings

• Quickly edit your table by right-clicking it. Delete cells, add cells or change AutoFit behavior by clicking on the appropriate action.
• To create uniform tables, choose "Remember dimensions for new tables" before creating a table.
• Be careful while sorting. Entering your data out of order may render your table meaningless.