How to merge and split table cells in the Description screen
Target audience:
Users working with tables in the Description screen who want to adjust cell layout for better formatting or organization.
Core purpose:
To explain how to merge multiple cells into one or split a single cell into multiple cells within a table.
Merge cells
Use this when you want to combine two or more adjacent cells into one larger cell.
Steps:
- Select the cells you want to merge.
- Right-click and choose Merge Cells from the context menu.
Alternatively, use the Table menu and select Merge Cells. - The selected cells will be combined into one.
Split a cell
Use this when you want to divide a single cell into multiple cells, either vertically or horizontally.
Steps:
- Select the cell you want to split.
- Right-click and choose Split Cells.
- In the dialog window:
- Enter the number of cells to split into.
- Choose whether to split vertically or horizontally.
- Click OK to apply the changes.
Important notes
- You can only merge cells that are adjacent and within the same row or column.
- Splitting a cell does not affect the rest of the table layout.
- Merged cells can be split again using the same method.