How to set the Width of a Table in HTML ?
To set the width of a table in HTML, you can use the “width” attribute within the <table>
tag. This attribute specifies the width of the table, either in pixels (px
) or as a percentage of the available space.
Syntax
<table width="value">
<!-- Table content: rows and cells -->
</table>
Key Point | Description |
---|---|
Fixed Width | If you specify the width in pixels (px ), the table will have a fixed width regardless of the viewport size. |
Percentage Width | If you use a percentage value, the table’s width will be relative to the width of its containing element or the viewport. |
Responsive Design | Avoid using fixed widths for tables if you want them to be responsive. Instead, consider using percentage widths to adapt to different screen sizes. |
Features
- To set the width of a table to a specific number of pixels:
<table width="500px">
<!-- Table content: rows and cells -->
</table>
- To set the width of a table as a percentage of the available space:
<table width="80%">
<!-- Table content: rows and cells -->
</table>
- It’s important to consider the content of the table and the layout requirements when setting the width. Avoid excessively wide tables that may cause horizontal scrolling on smaller screens.
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