How to Lock a Table in Google Docs (Easiest Way in 2024)

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

Locking a Table in Google Docs

Follow the steps below to lock a table on Google Docs.

1. Highlight the Entire Table in Google Docs

Select the table by clicking and dragging your cursor over it, covering all rows and columns. Press “Ctrl + C” (Windows) or “Cmd + C” (Mac) to copy the selected table for the next steps.

2. Insert a New Drawing to Use as a Table Container

Select “Insert” in the top menu, then hover over “Drawing“. Click on “New” to open a new Google Drawings interface. This will allow us to lock the table.

3. Paste the Copied Table into the Google Drawing Canvas

In the Google Drawings interface, paste the copied table by pressing “Ctrl + V” (Windows) or “Cmd + V” (Mac). This action will place the table into the drawing canvas.

4. Save the Drawing to Insert the Locked Table Back into Your Document

Click on “Save and Close” to save the drawing, which will then insert the drawing with the locked table back into your Google Docs document.

5. Adjust the Size and Position of the Locked Table Drawing

Click on the inserted drawing and use the corners to resize or drag it to reposition the locked table within your document as needed.

6. Confirm the Table is Locked by Checking for Blue Handles at the Edges

After inserting the drawing, click on it. If blue handles appear at the edges of the table, it means the table is now locked and cannot be directly edited. This ensures the sample data set remains protected from accidental changes.

We hope that you now have a better understanding of how you can lock a table in Google Docs. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check our article on how to make a table chart in Google Docs and how to rotate an image on Google Docs.