Lesson 1: Organizing with Tables Unit 2: Working with Tables Lesson 1: Organizing with Tables

Lesson 1: Organizing with Tables Objectives: Describe why tables are used Label the parts of a table Create a table Delete a table Enter text in a table

Organizing Information in a List Lists are a good way to organize information, but what happens when your list gets so long that it’s difficult to read and understand? ? ? ? ? ?

Cells are the intersection of a column and a row. Tables Tables are ideal for organizing large or complex sets of information, which are beyond the capabilities of a list. Tables organize information into columns and rows. Columns are vertical. Rows are horizontal. Cells are the intersection of a column and a row.

Labeling a Table A table needs to be properly labeled so its content can be understood. These are three basic ways to babel a table.

Table Title Describes the table’s content in a short phrase. Can be either be part of the table or separate. Is always required.

Column Headers Show the main categories of information in a table. Are at the top of a table so readers can scan to see what’s in the table. Are always required.

Row Titles Show the main categories of information in a table. Are at the top of a table so readers can scan to see what’s in the table. Are always required.

Table Body Any part of the table under the column headers is the table body. Cells can hold text, numbers, paragraphs, images and more.

Entering Information into a Table You can move to another cell by: Clicking on the desired cell. Using the TAB. Pressing the TAB key moves one cell to the right. Using the arrow keys.

Summary In this lesson, you: Described why tables are used Labeled the parts of a table Created a table Deleted a table Entered text in a table