Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated August 15, 2020)
This tip applies to Word 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and 2021
There are many ways you can adjust column width and other table settings. For precise adjustment of column width, you might want to access the Table Properties dialog box. You can do this quickly in the following manner:
There is also an alternative way to access the same dialog box, and you may find it easier to use. You can follow these steps:
Figure 1. The Table Properties dialog box.
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