How to Delete Table Columns in Microsoft Word 2003

Of the many different and intuitive interface options available in modern day word processors, the table feature is widely regarded as priceless. This feature allows users to design custom tables from scratch, import tables from other programs—like spreadsheet software applications—and even edit the tables as desired, all inside of a word processor.

Things You'll Need

• Microsoft Word 2003
• Table with columns

Instructions

1. Select the column you wish to delete. Click on the column that you wish to delete in order to select it.

2. Open the table menu to delete the column. Scroll to “Table” and then click on “Delete.”

3. Delete the column. Select “Columns” from the submenu that opens.

4. Alternatively delete the column. Follow Step 1 to select the column and then right-click with the mouse on that column. Select “Delete Columns” from the submenu that opens.

Tips & Warnings

• This feature will allow you to easily remove entire columns of data inside of any table in your document.

• Deleting table columns will remove all data and formulas contained within those columns and may cause other formulas that referenced such data to malfunction.