Working with Tables in MS Word
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What defines a cell in a table?

  • The intersection of a row and a column (correct)
  • The series of rows in a table
  • The vertical series of cells in a table
  • The horizontal series of cells in a table

Which option allows you to insert a maximum of 10 columns and 8 rows in a table?

  • Copying from another document
  • Using the Grid Option (correct)
  • Using Insert Table Dialog Box
  • Drawing a Table

What will appear on the Ribbon when a table is selected in MS Word?

  • Table Tools with Design and Layout tabs (correct)
  • Text Editing Options
  • View Options
  • Formatting Tools

How can you draw a table in MS Word?

<p>Using the Draw Table option and dragging the cursor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a method to insert a table in MS Word?

<p>Inserting from Excel (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which keyboard shortcut would you use to move to the last column of a table?

<p>Alt + End (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can you select the content of the current cell?

<p>End, then Shift + Home (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which shortcut allows you to delete selected column(s) in a table?

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What action does pressing 'Alt + Shift + Down Arrow' perform?

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What is the first step in adding a new row above the current row?

<p>Place the cursor in the cell where you want to add the row. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following shortcuts will extend the selection to adjacent cells?

<p>Press and hold Shift and press Arrow keys repeatedly (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To select an entire table, which keyboard shortcut should be used?

<p>Alt + 5 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct method to move a table to a new location?

<p>Hover over the table, click the Move handle, and drag (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What action should be performed to add a new column to the left of the second column in the table?

<p>Click in any cell of the second column and add a column to the left. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which button should be clicked to delete an entire row in a table?

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How can you merge cells in a table within MS Word?

<p>Select the cells and click on the Layout tab. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step in splitting a cell into multiple cells?

<p>Select the cell to split. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which option allows you to set the alignment of text in a cell?

<p>Select the cell and click on the Layout tab. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the default alignment for text in table cells?

<p>Top Left (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

To apply a predefined table design in MS Word, what should be clicked after selecting a cell within the table?

<p>Design tab (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When merging the first row of a table, what should be typed in the merged cell?

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Table in MS Word

A table in MS Word is used to organize data in rows and columns, making it easy to see and manage.

Column in a table

A vertical line of cells in a table

Row in a table

A horizontal line of cells in a table.

Cell in a table

The intersection of a row and a column in a table.

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Inserting a table

Adding a table to a document using methods such as grid, dialog box, or drawing.

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Moving a table

To relocate a table in a document by dragging it to a desired position using the Move handle.

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Adding a row

Inserting a new row above or below an existing row by clicking the 'Insert Above' or 'Insert Below' option in the Layout tab.

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Adding a column

Inserting a new column to the left or right of an existing column by clicking the 'Insert Left' or 'Insert Right' option in the Layout tab.

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Select an entire table

The shortcut key combination 'Alt + 5 (on numeric keypad, with Num Lock off)' is used to highlight the entire table.

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Move to first row

Using 'Alt + Page Up' on your keyboard navigates to the topmost row of the current table.

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Move to last column

Using 'Alt + End' on your keyboard navigates to the rightmost column of the current table.

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Select current row

The shortcut key combination 'Shift + End' highlights the complete row where the cursor is currently positioned.

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Select content of current cell

The shortcut key combination 'End, then Shift + Home' selects all the text inside the current cell.

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Delete a Row

Remove an entire row from a table.

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Delete a Column

Remove an entire column from a table.

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Merge Cells

Combine two or more cells into a single larger cell.

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Split a Cell

Divide a single cell into multiple smaller cells.

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Align Center

Center the text within a cell, both horizontally and vertically.

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Table Designs

Predefined styles that apply borders, colors, and cell alignments to a complete table.

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Study Notes

Working with Tables in MS Word

  • Tables are used to effectively organize data in rows and columns.
  • Tables are useful for representing data in a shop, etc.
  • Rows are horizontal series of cells.
  • Columns are vertical series of cells.
  • The intersection of a row and column forms a cell.

Inserting a Table

  • There are three methods to insert a table in MS Word.
    • Method 1 (Grid): Click and drag to select the desired number of columns and rows. Maximum 10 columns and 8 rows.
    • Method 2 (Insert Table dialog box): Use the Insert Table option, specify the number of columns and rows, and click OK.
    • Method 3 (Draw Table): Use the Draw Table option to draw the table's boundary, then create columns and rows within.

Moving and Selecting in a Table

  • Keyboard shortcuts can be used to navigate within tables.
  • Shortcuts given to move around the table

Table Tools

  • When a table is selected, Table Tools (Design and Layout tabs) appear on the ribbon, offering predefined table designs and layouts.

Adding Rows and Columns

  • Rows and columns can be added above, below, to the left, or right of existing rows or columns.
  • Use options under Rows & Columns group on the Layout tab.

Deleting Rows and Columns

  • Rows or columns can be deleted by placing the cursor in a cell of the row or column to delete and then using the Delete option.

Merging Cells

  • Combining two or more cells into one cell. Select the cells and use the Merge Cells option under the Merge group in the Layout tab.

Splitting Cells

  • Dividing a cell into multiple cells. Select the cell, use Split Cells option, enter the desired number of rows and columns, and click OK.

Cell Alignment

  • Text alignment within a table cell. Nine options available. Select the cell(s), click the Layout tab, and choose the desired alignment from the Alignment group.

Table Designs

  • Predefined table designs that include borders, colours, and alignments. Select a cell in the table, use the Design tab, then click the Table Style options to select a table design.

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This quiz covers essential techniques for creating and managing tables in MS Word. Learn various methods to insert tables, navigate through rows and columns, and utilize Table Tools effectively. Enhance your skills in organizing data for better presentation and clarity.

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