Lesson 2.3: Tables, Lists, and Page Setup in Word

🔹 Working with Tables:

Tables help organize information in rows and columns. To insert a table:

Steps:

• Go to Insert tab → Click on Table → Select the number of rows and columns.

Table Editing Options:

• Add/Delete Rows or Columns: Right-click inside a table.

• Merge Cells: Select multiple cells → Right-click → Merge Cells.

• Table Styles: Use Design tab for borders and shading.

Example Use: Creating a fee structure, attendance sheet, or product list.

🔸 Creating Lists (Bulleted & Numbered):

Lists make content more readable and structured.

To Create:

• Go to Home tab → Click on Bullets or Numbering.

Bullets are used for unordered items.
Numbering is used when the order matters.

Example:

• Bulleted List:

  • Pen

  • Pencil

  • Eraser

• Numbered List:

  1. Step One

  2. Step Two

  3. Step Three

🔹 Page Setup:

Use Layout or Page Layout tab for overall page formatting.

📝 Practice Task:

1. Insert a table with 3 columns and 4 rows. Enter sample data.

2. Merge the first row into one cell and type a heading.

3. Create a bulleted list of your 5 favorite foods.

4. Change the page orientation to Landscape.

5. Set the margins to Narrow and check the print preview.