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12 Creating Tables
In this chapter, you will learn how to
4 Create a simple table.
4 Specify the size of a table.
4 Specify the width of a column.
4 Merge table cells.
4 Use tables for page layout.
If you’ve used a word-processing program before, you’re probably already familiar with
the task of creating tables. A table is a grid of rows and columns, the intersections of
which form cells. Each cell is a distinct area, into which you can place text, graphics, or
even other tables.
HTML handles tables very well, and you can use them to organize and present complex
data to your site visitors. For example, you could display your store’s inventory in a table.
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