Tables

Creating tables in standard LaTeX can be tedious. Texpile simplifies this with a visual interface that handles the code for you.

Inserting a Table

There are two ways to insert a table:

  1. Toolbar Button: Click the table icon in the toolbar. This allows you to quickly insert tables up to 10x10. Table Toolbar

  2. Insert Menu: Go to Insert > Tables…. This option is perfect for larger tables (up to 20x20) or more specific requirements. Table Insert Menu

Numbered vs. Unnumbered Tables

By default, Texpile creates Numbered Tables. This means Texpile will automatically label them in order (e.g., Table 1, Table 2) and add them to the list of tables.

Unnumbered Table

If you don’t need referencing or a list of tables, you can toggle “Numbered” off. Unnumbered Table Example

Numbered Table

A numbered table offers more features:

  • Captions: A descriptive title for the table.
  • Notes: A section to add explanatory notes or source information below the table.
  • Headers: Options to distinctively style the first row or column.

Numbered Table Example

Table Settings

Hover over any table to reveal the Settings icon in the top-right corner.

Table Settings Menu

From here, you can control:

  • Numbered: Toggle numbering on/off.
  • Caption: Add or edit the table caption.
  • Notes: Add extended descriptions.
  • Headers: Toggle Header Row or Header Column to emphasize the labels.

Note on Formatting: The visual appearance of your table (borders, spacing, fonts) is controlled by your project’s Template. For example, an APA template might remove vertical lines, while a Lab Report template might keep them. Texpile ensures your tables always match the required style.