Use Table Styles through 3 task topics: apply a table style, adjust style effects, and remove an applied style; use the How-to Index to jump to each section.
How-to Index
| No. | Topic | Membership Requirement |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1. Apply a Table Style | Free |
| 2 | 2. Adjust Style Effects | Free |
| 3 | 3. Remove an Applied Style | Free |
How-to Guide
1. Apply a Table Style
Entry: Bottom toolbar Tools → Home tab → Table Styles
- Select the table range you want to format, preferably including the header row.
- Tap Tools at the bottom.
- Open the Home tab.
- Tap Table Styles.
- Choose the style you want in the style panel.
- Tap OK to finish.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The selected range shows the new table style.
- Next action available: You can continue editing cells or reopen Table Styles to adjust the effect.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If the full table range is not selected, the style may apply to only part of the cells.
- Environment note: It is easier to confirm the entry after you open a spreadsheet and select the target range.
2. Adjust Style Effects
Entry: Bottom toolbar Tools → Home tab → Table Styles
- Select the table range you want to style.
- Open the Table Styles panel.
- Choose the effects you need, such as first row fill, first column fill, last row fill, last column fill, alternating row fill, or alternating column fill.
- Preview whether the current effect matches your table presentation needs.
- Tap OK to save the current settings.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The table displays the selected fill or alternating pattern effects.
- Next action available: You can continue adjusting other formatting or use the table directly for display and sharing.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: When switching multiple effects, first confirm that the header and data range are selected as intended.
- Environment note: Alternating row or column effects may look different depending on table density and content.
3. Remove an Applied Style
Entry: Bottom toolbar Tools → Home tab → Table Styles
- Select the range that already has a table style applied.
- Tap Tools at the bottom and open the Home tab.
- Open Table Styles.
- Select No Style.
- Confirm the result.
Success Criteria
- Interface result: The current range no longer shows the applied table style appearance.
- Next action available: You can apply another style or keep the plain table view.
Tips While Using
- Common mistake: If only part of the range is selected, other areas may still keep the previous style.