Where to find the table tool in Canva

Tables in Canva live in the Elements section, not in a separate menu. Open your design, then click the Elements tab on the left sidebar (it looks like a plus sign in a square). Search for "table" in the search box at the top of the Elements panel. Canva shows you several pre-made table templates with different numbers of rows and columns.

You do not have to start with a template that matches your exact needs. You can add any table to your canvas and resize it afterward. The templates are just starting points — you will adjust the structure once it is on your page.

Key Takeaways

  • Tables are in the Elements section under the search term "table", not in a separate menu or toolbar.
  • You can drag any table template onto your canvas and then change the number of rows and columns to fit what you need.
  • Double-click a cell to type text directly into it, and use the toolbar that appears to change text color, size, and alignment.
  • Right-click the table itself to delete rows or columns, or use the small icons that appear when you select the table.
  • Tables can be resized by dragging the corner handles, and you can change the background color of individual cells or the entire table at once.

Adding a table to your canvas

Once you have found a table template in the Elements section, click it to add it to your canvas. Canva places the table in the center of your page. You can drag it to a new position by clicking and holding anywhere on the table, then moving your mouse.

The table appears with placeholder text in each cell. Do not worry about the size or structure yet — you will adjust those next. The table is now selected, which means you can see the blue outline around it and the handles at the corners and edges.

Changing the number of rows and columns

Right-click directly on the table to open a menu with options to add or remove rows and columns. You will see choices like "Insert row above", "Insert row below", "Delete row", "Insert column left", "Insert column right", and "Delete column". Click whichever action you need.

If you need to add multiple rows or columns at once, right-click and add them one at a time. Each click adds or removes one row or column. This takes longer than typing a number, but it gives you full control over exactly where the new row or column appears.

You can also see small icons appear near the edges of the table when it is selected. These icons let you add rows and columns without opening the right-click menu — look for plus signs along the sides of the table.

Typing text into cells

Double-click any cell to start typing. The cell becomes active and you will see a cursor blinking inside it. Type your text normally — it will wrap to fit the cell width. When you are done with that cell, press Tab to move to the next cell to the right, or Shift+Tab to move to the previous cell.

If you reach the last cell in a row and press Tab, Canva moves you to the first cell of the next row. This makes it fast to fill in a whole table without using your mouse. If you want to move to a different cell without typing, just click it directly.

Formatting text and cells

When you double-click a cell to edit the text, a toolbar appears above the table with options to change the font, size, color, and alignment. You can make text bold or italic, change its color, or center it within the cell. These changes explore only to the text in that one cell.

To change the background color of a cell, click the cell once (not double-click) to select it without entering edit mode. Then look for a color option in the toolbar or right-click to see fill color choices. You can change the background of a single cell or select multiple cells at once by clicking one, then holding Shift and clicking others.

To change the color of the entire table at once, click the table border (not a cell) to select the whole table. Then use the fill color option to change every cell's background at the same time.

Resizing and moving your table

Click the table once to select it without entering edit mode. You will see blue handles at the corners and along the edges. Drag any corner handle to resize the table while keeping its proportions. Drag any edge handle to stretch the table in one direction only — for example, drag the right edge to make it wider without changing the height.

To move the table, click and hold anywhere on the table border or background (not on text), then drag it to a new position on your canvas. The table stays selected as you move it, so you can see exactly where it will land.

Deleting rows, columns, or the entire table

To remove a single row or column, right-click the table and choose "Delete row" or "Delete column". Canva removes whichever row or column your cursor was in when you right-clicked. If you want to delete a specific row or column, click inside it first, then right-click.

To delete the entire table, click it once to select it (you will see the blue outline), then press Delete or Backspace on your keyboard. The table disappears and you can add a new one if you change your mind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I copy a table I made and paste it into another design?

Yes. Click the table to select it, then press Ctrl+C (or Cmd+C on Mac) to copy. Open your other design and press Ctrl+V (or Cmd+V) to paste. The table appears in the same position as it was in the original design, so you may need to move it.

What if I need more rows than the template has?

Right-click the table and select "Insert row below" as many times as you need. Each click adds one row to the bottom. You can also insert rows in the middle by clicking inside the row above where you want the new one, then right-clicking and choosing "Insert row below".

Can I make the cells different sizes?

Canva tables keep all cells in a column the same width and all cells in a row the same height. You cannot resize individual cells. If you need cells of different sizes, you may want to use a text box or shape instead of a table.

How do I change the border color or thickness?

Click the table to select it, then look for a stroke or border option in the toolbar on the right side of the screen. You can change the color and thickness of the lines around and between cells. Some templates have no visible borders — you can add them here.

Can I add an image inside a table cell?

No, Canva table cells hold text only. If you need an image in a cell, place the image on top of the table as a separate element and position it carefully. You can also use a grid of shapes or text boxes instead of a table if images are essential to your design.