How to Change Table Border Colors in Google Docs (2025 Guide)

In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to change table border colors in Google Docs in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.

Change Table Border Color on Google Docs

Follow the steps below to change the table border colors in Google Docs.

1. Click to Select Your Entire Table

Make sure to click anywhere inside your table to activate it. Then, drag your cursor across the entire table to highlight all cells. This will ensure that any changes you make apply to all the borders.

2. Right-Click and Open Table Properties

Right-click on your selected table to bring up a menu. Choose “Table properties” to access settings for customizing your table’s appearance.

3. Locate the Border Settings in the Side Panel

In the Table properties side panel, find the “Color” section. This is where you can change the border color, width, and style.

4. Click the Color Box to Choose a New Border Color

Click on the color box in the “Table border” section to open a color palette. 

Select the color you want for your table’s borders, and see the color update immediately. In our example, let’s choose this shade of green.

5. Adjust Border Width and Style if Needed

Use this dropdown in the “Table border” section to change the border width. Customize these settings as needed to match your document’s design.

6. Double-Check Your Table and Save Changes

Review your table to ensure the border color and other settings look correct. Your changes are autosaved in Google Docs, but double-check everything before you finish.

As you can see below, the color of our table border has been changed.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of changing the color of the table border on Google Docs. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check our articles on how to put table captions on Google Docs and how to add borders to a table in Google Docs.