Common questions about Insert Table usually focus on insertion methods, table adjustment, cross-page display, and paste compatibility. This FAQ includes 4 common questions and a glossary.
FAQ
Why is my inserted table in the wrong position?
- Check whether the cursor was placed in the correct location before insertion.
- Click the target paragraph or blank area in the document again.
- Insert the table again from the Table entry under Insert or Home.
How do I adjust row height and column width after inserting a table?
- Select the table.
- Drag the row or column border lines to adjust the size.
- If you need more precise control, continue with the related settings in the right-click menu.
How do I repeat the header row when a table spans multiple pages?
- Select the header row in the table.
- Open the right-click menu.
- Choose the option related to repeating the header row and apply it to the current table.
How to insert a table in WPS on macOS when pasted formatting is not fully preserved?
- Check whether the source table contains complex styles or advanced settings.
- After pasting into the current document, review the borders, rows, columns, and formatting.
- If the display is inconsistent in online editing mode, complete the complex adjustments in the desktop client before syncing the document.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Table grid | The visual grid used to choose the number of rows and columns when inserting a table. |
| Repeat header row | A setting that keeps the table header visible on later pages when the table spans multiple pages. |
| Collaboration mode | A multi-user or online document editing scenario in which some behaviors may differ from full local editing. |
| Row height and column width | Basic layout settings that control the vertical height and horizontal width of table cells. |