Add Custom Tables to Word for Android and iOS

Add Custom Tables to Word for Android and iOS

Discover how Microsoft Word's latest feature empowers users to create custom tables effortlessly on Android and iOS devices, enhancing productivity and document precision.

Byline: By Rodger Mansfield, Technology Editor 

March 31, 2025

Ever struggled with inserting tables into Word documents on your mobile device? 

You're not alone. 

With over a million tables added monthly to Word for Android and iOS, users have long sought a more intuitive solution. 

Here's a Cool Tip: Use the New Insert Table feature in Word for Android and iOS.

Microsoft has answered the call with a groundbreaking update that simplifies table creation, making it faster and more efficient. 

But how does it work, and why should you care? 

Feature Overview

Microsoft's new feature allows users to customize the number of rows and columns before inserting a table into their Word documents. 

This eliminates the cumbersome process of adjusting default tables manually, saving time and reducing frustration. 

Whether you're drafting a report, creating a schedule, or organizing data, this feature ensures precision and adaptability.

Here's how to do it.

For Android and iOS:

1. Open your Word document or create a new one.
2. Tap to place the cursor where you want the table to go.
3. Tap 'Insert > Table' or tap the Table icon on the bottom menu.
4. Specify the number of rows and columns.
5. Tap 'Insert Table' to add your custom table.

fig. 1 - Insert Custom Table in Word for Android and iPhone

Note: This feature is available on Android phones (Build 16.0.18224.41005 or later) and iPhones (Version 2.89, Build 24082417 or later). It is not yet supported on Android tablets or iPads.

Microsoft's custom table feature for Word on Android and iOS is a game-changer for mobile productivity. 

By simplifying table creation, it empowers users to work smarter, not harder. 

Whether you're a student, professional, or casual user, this update is worth exploring.

What do you think of this new feature? 

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