How to Delete a Table in Google Docs

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In Google Docs, tables are a handy tool for organizing information and making documents more structured. However, there may come a time when you need to remove a table from your document. Whether it’s to streamline your content or make room for other elements, knowing how to delete a table efficiently is an essential skill for anyone working with Google Docs. In this article, we will guide you through the process, providing clear steps and helpful tips to make table deletion a breeze. Let’s get started!

Steps to Delete a Table

Deleting a table is easy; just follow the steps below.

Step 1. Open the document you wish to edit in Google Docs.

Step 2. Right-click a cell within the table. You should see a menu appear.

Step 3. Select Delete Table from the menu.

Google Docs table right-click menu with Delete Table highlighted

You will see that you also have the options to delete a row or a column from the table.

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