How to adjust column width and row height in Microsoft Word tables?

To adjust column width and row height in a Microsoft Word table, you can follow these steps:

  1. Select the table by clicking and dragging the cursor over the entire table.

  2. On the ribbon at the top of the window, navigate to the "Table Design" or "Layout" tab (this may vary depending on your version of Word).

  3. In the "Table Design" or "Layout" tab, locate the "Table Size" group of commands. Within this group, you will find options to adjust the column width and row height.

  4. To adjust column width, click on the "Distribute Columns" button, located in the "Table Size" group. This will distribute the table's width evenly among all the columns.

  5. To adjust individual column widths, place your cursor just above the column you want to adjust until it changes into a vertical double-headed arrow. Click and drag the arrow to the desired width.

  6. To adjust row height, click on the "Distribute Rows" button, located in the "Table Size" group. This will distribute the table's height evenly among all the rows.

  7. To adjust individual row heights, place your cursor just to the left of the row you want to adjust until it changes into a horizontal double-headed arrow. Click and drag the arrow to the desired height.

  8. If you want to set specific measurements for column width or row height, you can right-click on the column or row and select "Table Properties." In the dialog box that appears, go to the "Table" or "Row" tab and input the desired measurements.

  9. Click "OK" to apply the changes and adjust the column widths and row heights in your table.

These instructions should help you easily adjust column width and row height in Microsoft Word tables.