How to Merge Cells in Word 2007

Create and format tables of data in Word 2007.

Microsoft Word 2007 provides the tools to create customizable tables of all shapes and sizes, useful for formatting data. Word allows you to merge two or more cells in a table, forming one single cell. You can do this for any cells that are in the same row or column. The feature is helpful, for instance, when you want to create one long heading at the top of the table, while keeping the rest of the table the same.

Things You'll Need

• Microsoft Word 2007

Instructions

1. Open a Microsoft Word 2007 document containing a table you want to format.

2. Place your cursor to the left of one of the first cells you want to merge.

3. Click and drag your cursor over all the cells you want to merge into one.

4. Click the "Layout" tab under "Table Tools" in the Ribbon. The menu is only available when a table is selected.

5. Click "Merge Cells" in the "Merge" group to form one single cell from your selection. Now you can edit the content of the table as needed.

6. Click the "Microsoft Office Button," then "Save" to save the changes you made to the table.

References

• Microsoft Word 2007: Merge or Split Cells in a Table