How to Make a Table Chart on Google Docs (Easiest Way in 2024)
In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how to make a table chart on Google Docs in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.
Method 1: Creating a Table Chart to a Blank Google Docs Manually
Here’s how to manually create a table chart in Google Docs.
1. Insert a Table by Clicking on the “Insert” Menu
Click on the “Insert” option in the top menu of your Google Docs. Hover over “Table” and select the number of rows and columns you need. This will add an empty table to your document.
2. Click Inside Each Cell and Enter Your Data
Click inside each cell of the table to start entering data. Add text, numbers, or any information needed to complete your chart. Make sure the data is organized properly in the right rows and columns.
3. Format the Table to Make It Look Clearer
Right-click anywhere in the table and choose “Table properties.” Use options like adjusting border styles, changing cell colors, and text alignment to improve the table’s readability.
4. Merge Cells to Create Larger Sections
If you need larger cells for headings or grouped data, select the cells, right-click, and choose “Merge cells.” This allows you to create bigger sections within your table for different content.
5. Add Headings to Label the Data in Your Table
Click on the first row or column and enter labels that describe the information in each row or column. You can format the headers in bold by first highlighting the header row and clicking “B” in the toolbar section.
Method 2: Create a Table Chart Using a Google Docs Template
Follow the steps below to make a table chart using Google Docs’ table template.
1. Open the Google Docs Homepage and Create a New Document
Go to docs.google.com and click on “Blank” to create a new document. This will give you a blank workspace where you can insert your table chart.
2. Access Table Templates from the Insert Menu
Once your new document is open, click on “Insert” in the top menu. Hover over “Table” and then select “Table Template.” This option provides pre-made table templates that you can use and customize.
3. Select and Insert a Table Template
Browse through the available table templates and choose the one that best suits your needs. In our example, we’ll use “Project Assets.” The table will appear, ready for you to customize.
4. Modify the Table Data
Click inside each cell to replace the default text with your own data. Edit the existing headers or add new ones, if needed.
Make sure the table layout matches the content you want to display. Here, let’s replace “File” with “Order ID.”
Then we’ll edit the dropdown options by clicking on one of them under the Status column. Click on “Add/Edit Options.”
You can change the title by typing it in the text field. To delete an option, just click on the trash icon beside it.
Also, you can change the background color by tapping on the colored circle beside the text field. Once done, click on “Save.”
A window will appear; you can choose “Apply to all.”
5. Format the Table for Better Presentation
Right-click on the table to access “Table properties.” Use these options to adjust cell colors, text alignment, or borders. Formatting the table will make it clearer and more visually appealing.
On the Table properties sidebar, you can further customize the table by clicking on “Quick layouts,” “Table,” etc.
6. Add or Remove Rows and Columns as Needed
If you need more rows or columns to fit your data, right-click on the table, hover over the last row, and select “+” to insert a row.
To insert a column, hover over the last column, then click “+.”
7. Finalize Your Table Chart
Double-check the data and make any necessary formatting adjustments to finalize the table. This step ensures that your table chart looks polished and contains all the information you want to convey. With this, you have created a table chart from a template.
We hope that you now have a better understanding of creating a table chart on Google Docs. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check our articles on how to make a pivot table on Google Docs and how to lock a table in Google Docs.
